Nature's Classroom
The desert provides an ideal setting for children to experience the world of nature. We believe students thrive in a protected, beautiful, and safe environment.
The Learning Pond
Our pond protects two species of endangered fish and is utilized for academic lessons. As part of the River Run Network, we actively work to restore our creeks, streams, and rivers. Additionally, Hermosa is recognized by the Audubon Society and National Wildlife Federation as a National Wildlife Habitat.
Green Buildings
The design, construction, and operation of each building on Hermosa's campus supports the natural environment. All classroom materials are chosen with commitment to a sustainable future.
Classrooms encourage accessibility and freedom for children. Shelves are designed to invite them to choose among the materials for their learning.
The classrooms are filled with hands on materials attractively displayed and available at all times.
Hermosa's classrooms are inviting and capture student interest. The materials encourage participation and exploration. The materials interrelate and build upon each other.
Additional materials and resources are provided as we follow the interests of the individual child.
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Hermosa’s Educational Approach
On this trail, you can learn more about our educational approach including mixed age classrooms and our exceptional teachers!
Hermosa's Academic Approach: From Concrete to Abstract
On this trail, you can learn about how Hermosa Montessori approaches subjects like Math, Language Arts, and our Integrated Curriculum.
Did you also know that Hermosa Montessori offers a private primary education for children starting at 3 years old?
Hermosa Alumni
Hermosa Montessori School provides an education for life. Graduates are noted for being strong and capable individuals. From doctors to musicians, artists to politicians, business leaders to teachers, and more, they are individuals whose early education was a key factor in their development. Hermosa alumni and their families return often to visit. Hermosa graduates are found throughout the world working in many capacities including but not limited to: environmental lawyers, U.S. Department of Justice, Doctors Without Borders, EMTs and firefighters, ministers, national and international business leaders, trauma surgeons, and more.
The Montessori Method has been used for over one hundred years throughout the world. Many Montessori schools remain private tuition-based programs. Hermosa, however, is a tuition-free K through 8 program. Hermosa Montessori School is now 40 years strong!
