About Montessori School of Greater Hartford

Montessori School of Greater Hartford (MSGH) is a nonprofit independent day school for children from 15 months – 15 years. We are recognized by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) and accredited by the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS).

The West Hartford Book Magazine Article


The Montessori School of Greater Hartford-

a veritable garden where children blossom.

Issue: September '24-'25, pg. 44-45. 
This article was written by author, Judy Henerson,
from The Wes
t Hartford Book.

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Our Vision

Montessori School of Greater Hartford will cultivate future generations of capable and compassionate individuals who have the courage to pursue their convictions and be catalysts of peace. 


Our Mission

“The Montessori School of Greater Hartford fosters a strong foundation for confident, compassionate participation in the world by nurturing each child’s unique gifts, passion for learning, and independence. As a community, we enrich families, live our diversity, and embody the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) standards of excellence.”

Our Programs

We’ve carefully tailored our programs to the major developmental phases of your child’s life, so when you tour, you will discover engaged children enjoying their experiences in these groupings:

Parent-Infant Workshops

Birth to 15 months

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Toddler

Ages 15 months to 3 years

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Primary

Ages 3 to 6 years

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Elementary

Ages 6 to 12 years

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Adolescent

Ages 12 to 15 years

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Choosing a
MSGH Education

Choosing a
MSGH Education

Set your child on a path of exploration and unlimited discoveries and see the benefits as your child grows in independence, self-motivation, responsibility and respect for others.

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Our
Philosophy

Our
Philosophy

We strive to bring the richness of Dr. Maria Montessori’s vision to life in our classrooms every school day; thereby, nurturing the joy and love of learning in each and every child.

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Parent
Education Series

Parent
Education Series

Our Parent Education Section is designed to provide support for you in your parenting and give you a solid grounding in the child development wisdom that is at the heart of Montessori philosophy. 

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School News & Events

Adolescent Open House | Upcoming Event

Adolescent Open House

Sunday, April 26 | 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Our program, for 7th-9th grade students, is centered on rigorous academic studies and 
purposeful, land-based work that emphasizes the interconnectedness among all academic 
subjects. Learn more about the curriculum and become immersed in our beautiful farm 
campus by joining us at our Adolescent Open House. 

Located at the MSGH’s New Hartford Campus: 741 Steele Road, New Hartford, CT

Parent Information Session | Raising Resilient Kids

Tuesday, March 31, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Montessori places emphasis on the process of creating art versus the product. Children are encouraged to explore with a variety of mediums. 

Virtual Event

This information session is presented by Jessica Lahey, New York Times Best-Selling Author.

We are excited to offer a virtual presentation with Jessica Lahey, acclaimed educator, writer, and author of the New York Times bestselling book The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed. Drawing on two decades of teaching experience in both public and private schools, Jessica offers a compelling message: true growth happens when children are allowed to face challenges, learn from mistakes, and develop resilience and independence. The Gift of Failure lays out practical, research-backed strategies that help parents to step back, allowing their children to foster the development of motivation, grit, and self-confidence.

IN THE NEWS

Students Celebrate Lunar New Year

WTNH.com News Coverage      Feb 12, 2025

NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) — Students at Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) got to celebrate Lunar New Year on Wednesday.

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