CALIFORNIA MONTESSORI PROJECT-SHINGLE SPRINGS CAMPUS

California Montessori Project-Shingle Springs Campus is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Buckeye Union Elementary school district, located in Shingle Springs, CA with about 456 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 23 teachers, California Montessori Project-Shingle Springs Campus has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The California Montessori Project (CMP) – Shingle Springs Campus is a tuition-free public charter school serving students from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of a larger network of Montessori-based schools in California, the Shingle Springs location is dedicated to implementing the authentic Montessori method within a public school framework. The campus emphasizes a student-centered approach that fosters independence, self-motivation, and a lifelong love of learning, utilizing multi-age classrooms where children are encouraged to progress at their own pace under the guidance of credentialed teachers.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong value on community involvement and the development of the "whole child." The curriculum balances traditional core subjects with hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that promote critical thinking and social-emotional growth. By cultivating a prepared environment that mirrors the Montessori philosophy, the Shingle Springs campus aims to equip its students with the practical skills and intellectual curiosity necessary to succeed both in their future academic endeavors and as responsible members of their community.

For more information, contact California Montessori Project-Shingle Springs Campus at (530) 672-3095 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.