Who We Are
We know choosing the right school for your child is a deeply personal decision, and you want to feel completely confident in how your little one will spend their days. At Montessori at Vickery, we create a nurturing Montessori academy environment where your child will feel respected, supported, and inspired to learn with confidence and curiosity from the very beginning. We provide an authentic Montessori educational experience where little ones are empowered to explore independently, develop meaningful relationships, and build a lifelong love of learning within a caring, connected school community in Cumming, GA.
Parent Reviews
Robert M.
June 10, 2025
It's only our second week but the kids love it. They actually want to go and not leave. The staff has been so nice and understanding.
Anoosha M.
April 22, 2025
My daughter absolutely loves going to school! The teachers are all amazing — special shoutout to Nicole and Khan for being so passionate and caring with the kids. Joann is incredible too — she always goes above and beyond to help with anything we need. I was really nervous when I was expecting my second baby, but this wonderful team made the whole experience so much easier and more peaceful. Truly grateful for all of them!
Kritzia N.
March 26, 2025
It’s difficult to choose just one thing I love most about Montessori at Vickery because the school truly excels in so many areas. That said, the leadership of Joann Bauer, the director, really stands out. Her consistent and thoughtful communication keeps us as parents informed and involved, whether it’s about school events, programs, or simple updates. She helps create a strong sense of connection between families and the school. The shared values among the teachers and staff, and the way they instill those values in the students, are something we deeply appreciate. The campus itself is always clean and well-organized, which reflects the dedication of the entire team. We are genuinely happy and grateful to be part of the Montessori at Vickery community.
Ilan C.
March 11, 2025
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Our Story
Montessori at Vickery was founded to provide children with a high-quality, individualized Montessori education that nurtures independence, confidence, kindness, and global awareness.
We understand that your family is looking for more than academics alone. You want a school where your child feels safe, genuinely supported, and excited to learn every single day. A place where your little one is respected as an individual and encouraged to grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically.
That is why our Montessori school classrooms are intentionally designed to support your child’s natural curiosity and path of playful discovery, inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori’s philosophy. Rather than expecting your child to learn the same way or at the same pace, we create individualized learning experiences that help them develop confidence, independence, focus, and a true love of learning.
According to the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, more than 1 million neural connections form every second during the first few years of life, making early childhood one of the most critical periods for brain development.
Our Montessori approach intentionally supports these formative years through uninterrupted work cycles, hands-on learning, mixed-age classrooms, and strong relationships between students and educators. Research led by the University of Virginia found that children enrolled in Montessori preschool programs demonstrated stronger kindergarten outcomes in reading, executive functioning, memory, and social understanding than children in non-Montessori programs.
At Montessori at Vickery, your child is encouraged to observe, question, think independently, and care deeply about the world around them. They develop not only academically, but also emotionally and socially, becoming confident learners who respect themselves, others, and their environment.
As Joann Bauer, School Leader at Montessori Academy Vickery, shares, “We are proud and grateful to make an impact on our future leaders.”
We know this journey is not simply about choosing a school for your little one. It is about helping your child become ready to lead, to care for others, and to step confidently into life.
Mission
Our mission is to provide your child with an individualized Montessori education focused on fostering independence, global awareness, kindness, confidence, and an adventurous mind that never tires of learning. We are committed to supporting the whole child while creating a diverse, welcoming, and nurturing school environment where every child feels they belong and can truly thrive.
Vision
Curriculum
What Makes Our Montessori School Different?
Many families come to Montessori at Vickery because they are looking for something more meaningful than a traditional educational environment. They want more than observation or academics alone. They want a place where their child feels respected, encouraged, supported, and inspired to grow into their full potential.
At Montessori at Vickery, the difference is found in the experience your child will have every day. Our Montessori educators will guide your child individually, helping them develop independence, responsibility, focus, and confidence through purposeful learning experiences.
Your little one is free to learn at their own pace, in their own way, supported by classrooms intentionally designed around their natural development and curiosity. Our mixed-age classrooms encourage collaboration, leadership, empathy, and mentorship while helping your child build strong social relationships.
We also believe deeply in educating the whole child. Alongside academics, we intentionally nurture kindness, empathy, cultural awareness, peace education, respect for the environment, and a sense of community responsibility.
Joann Bauer, School Leader at Montessori at Vickery, explains, “Montessori education focuses on the whole child. Social, emotional, and academic. Kindness, empathy, and acceptance.”
Early Childhood Leadership & Staff
One of the biggest concerns parents have is who will care for and guide their child every day. At Montessori at Vickery, your family can feel confident knowing your child is being supported by experienced Montessori guides who are deeply committed to the Montessori philosophy and whole-child development. Every Lead Guide is a certified Montessori educator, and all staff complete continuous professional development each year, including CPR and First Aid certification, fire safety training, health and safety education, and ongoing Montessori-focused learning opportunities.
Joann Bauer
School Leader, Montessori at Vickery
With 13 years of experience in education, Joann is passionate about creating a nurturing Montessori academy environment where children feel respected, independent, and inspired to grow into confident learners and future leaders.
LinkedInAchievements & Accreditations
We know trust matters deeply when choosing a Montessori school for your child. You want reassurance that your little one is learning in a safe, nurturing environment with authentic Montessori education and experienced educators who truly care. Montessori at Vickery is proudly accredited by the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Our school is licensed by Bright from the Start, Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning. We are also proud to share that based on internal assessments aligned with national standards, 98% of our students meet or exceed national first-grade readiness benchmarks, 97% read at or beyond a first-grade level, and 98% meet or exceed grade-level math expectations. This reflects the strength of our Montessori curriculum and the supportive learning environment we create for our students every day.
“Our vision is to build a thriving school community that delivers an exceptional student experience while fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming environment where every child can grow, belong, and succeed for years to come.”
– Joann Bauer, School Leader at Montessori at Vickery
Endeavor Schools is a community of more than 100 schools across the country, brought together by a shared commitment to caring for children during the most important years of their lives. Each school is thoughtfully connected to its local community, creating environments where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to grow. Behind every classroom is a team of educators and parents who understand how much these early experiences matter, and who are dedicated to helping children build confidence, develop essential skills, and find a genuine love for learning. At the heart of Endeavor Schools is a focus on one simple goal: to give every child the support and foundation they need to thrive, both in school and in life.