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Welcome to CHMS

A Montessori school for children ages 16 months to 6 years

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Why Cathedral Hill Montessori School?

We Individualize Learning.

We honor your child’s individuality and focus on curiosity, independence, compassion, collaboration, and critical thinking, preparing him or her to take on the future with confidence, propelled by the gift of self knowledge and a passion for learning.

We’re Backed by Research. 

Montessori education has been successfully serving children around the world for over a century for good reason. Our successful methods are consistently backed by current research in neurology and human development.

We’re a Community.

Our school is a community for more than just the children. We view our relationship with you as a partnership, working together for the benefit of your child because children thrive when home and school work in harmony. 

Welcome to CHMS


Cathedral Hill Montessori is a family-founded nonprofit private school providing a year-round authentic Montessori education to children from infancy through six years of age. We offer half-day and full-day Montessori education for children 16 months to 6 years, all-day kindergarten, and the option of extended childcare. Our school serves families in St. Paul, Minnesota and the surrounding area.


We are proud to announce that we are 4-Star rated by Parent Aware and accept CCAP from Ramsey County. We also offer additional tuition aid to qualifying families.


Our Programs

Journey to Independence

16 - 36 months

Some refer to this developmental period as “The Terrible Twos.” We disagree; toddlers are terrific. We love everything about them – their energy, determination and curiosity – and purposefully created a very special place for your toddler to learn.

A Love for Learning

3 - 6 years

The Children's House program is truly a gift to your child. Designed for children between the ages of 3 to 6 years, it is an opportunity to nurture their individual development within the context of a group setting. The result? Self-confidence, joy and a lifelong love-for-learning.

Learning How to Think

5 years - 6 years

Our Montessori kindergarten takes place in the Children’s House in two distinct cycles: the morning work cycle in a mixed-age classroom, and the afternoon work cycle for children between the ages of 5-6. By the end of their Montessori kindergarten experience children have figured out how they learn best, are able to self-correct, and are not afraid of making mistakes because they know it is a natural part of the learning process. 

Option offers the flexibility of an All Day Program with extended hours for both toddlers and preschoolers

2.5- 6 years

The All Day Children’s House is a unique model that supports children (ages 2.5-6) in an authentic Montessori environment. It is a “home away from home” providing a consistent, engaging and inspiring place for children to live out their day, while extending the Montessori learning experience.

Our mission is to provide a safe, beautiful and authentic Montessori learning environment; to serve an inclusive community of multicultural and economically diverse families; and to support children in becoming confident, independent, and compassionate members of society. 

How to Apply

1

Schedule a Tour

View our classrooms and learn more about Montessori education.

2

Submit an Application

After your tour you’re invited to apply for your child.

3

Join the Community!

Meet other new parents and connect with us on social media to get acquainted with our community.

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