The school began in the basement of a medical center; and in 1971,
moved to its present location.
In 1988, a group of parents requested the addition of an elementary
school. First grade began that fall in rented space. In 1991, a 6,000
square-foot addition was built; and the elementary classes, grades one
through three, were moved into the newly expanded school.
As interest in the elementary program grew, the Board of Directors voted to add
a fourth grade class in 1992, with the goal to offer grades one through six by
1994. The offerings continued to expand, and Montessori School of Waukesha
graduated its first eighth grade class in 2005. 
The school is situated on three acres of land and was designed to be a Montessori school. It is bright and airy with child-sized furnishings. The school is surrounded by grassy play areas, hills and woods - a perfect setting for freeing the child to learn as a child learns, through exploration of his/her environment.
Montessori School of Waukesha offers a unique educational experience. Multi-age class groups allow children to progress through the curriculum at their own pace. Younger children are constantly stimulated by the interesting work of the older children. At the same time, older students serve as role models for the younger ones. A supportive atmosphere gives each child a chance to develop his or her own potential. Our academic staff consists of trained and certified Montessori teachers and support staff whose goal is to help each child work toward his/her fullest potential.
