About Us
Our programs emphasize academic and intellectual advancement, as well as appropriate social, emotional and physical development. Our goal is to foster confident, independent learners with a high degree of self-discipline and a desire to continue to grow and learn. We teach children of all ages how to work successfully as part of a larger community. Students learn to solve problems, make decisions, communicate and resolve conflict peaceably. Through a relationship with the classroom and those within it, children are able to satisfy their learning potential, lay a foundation for future education and gain a positive regard for themselves and others.
Our mission is to foster a love of learning in your little ones.
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To create and sustain an environment and community worthy of the Absorbent Mind period of human learning.
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To soundly apply the Montessori Philosophy of human development to each day’s dynamic, supporting resilient growth of the human mind, body and spirit in peaceful continuity.
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Bridges Montessori is affiliated with The International Montessori Council (IMC). We comply with the ethical and educational requirements that IMC sets out for member schools. Bridges Montessori is not part of a chain or franchise. We rely on IMC for keeping us and our parents abreast of current issues in Montessori education and providing us with thought-provoking views and opinions on Montessori philosophy. Please visit the IMC Website for additional information and articles concerning Montessori educational practices and philosophical insights.
Additional affiliations and memberships include Montessori Schools of Maryland.
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Though we hold no religious affiliation, we welcome families of all faiths at our school.
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Bridges Montessori is licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education, Non-Public School Division, as well as the Office of Child Care.
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Bel Air North Campus
2529 Conowingo Road, Bel Air, Maryland 21015
The Bel Air North campus is situated on a three-acre rural lot, providing ample space for outside play, an established nature trail that includes a variety of bird houses and children’s gardens. Our classrooms are bright, inviting and suited to the needs of both young students and older learners. This location also houses our Administrative office.
Towson Campus (Closing 8/15/2025)
1105 Providence Road, Towson, Maryland 21286
The Towson campus is situated on the grounds of The Maryland Presbyterian Church. The property is a five-acre wooded lot, providing ample space for outside play and our children’s gardens. We have access to nature trails, an outside amphitheater and a labyrinth. Our classrooms are bright, inviting and suited to the needs of young students.
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We work hard to maintain the quality and consistency of our programs at each location. All of our teachers and assistants are appropriately certified and are dedicated to the care and education of the whole child.
