FORT COLLINS MONTESSORI SCHOOL

FORT COLLINS MONTESSORI SCHOOL is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Poudre School District R-1 school district, located in FORT COLLINS, CO with about 133 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 6 teachers, FORT COLLINS MONTESSORI SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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.

FORT COLLINS MONTESSORI SCHOOL (FCMS) is a public charter school serving students from kindergarten through ninth grade. True to the Montessori philosophy, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach that fosters independence, self-motivation, and a love for learning. Its classrooms are typically organized in multi-age groupings, allowing students to learn from one another and progress at their own individual pace within a carefully prepared environment that encourages both academic exploration and social-emotional development.

Located on South Taft Hill Road, the school operates as a tuition-free public institution, providing families in the Fort Collins area with an alternative to the traditional district-run classroom model. The curriculum integrates hands-on learning materials and project-based work, aiming to cultivate critical thinking skills and a sense of community responsibility. By maintaining a focus on the developmental needs of the whole child, FCMS seeks to prepare its students not only for academic success in high school and beyond but also to become engaged, conscientious citizens.

For more information, contact FORT COLLINS MONTESSORI SCHOOL at (970) 402-6516 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.