JUDITH P. HOYER MONTESSORI

Judith P. Hoyer Montessori is a public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Landover, MD with about 364 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Judith P. Hoyer Montessori has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Judith P. Hoyer Montessori, located in Landover, Maryland, is a specialized public magnet school within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system. The school is dedicated to the Montessori method, a child-centered educational approach that emphasizes independence, hands-on learning, and collaborative play. By providing a prepared environment that fosters self-directed activity, the school aims to cultivate a love for learning while encouraging students to develop at their own individual pace across various academic disciplines.

As a dedicated Montessori institution, the school serves students from early childhood through the elementary years, focusing on developing the "whole child"—academically, socially, and emotionally. The curriculum is designed to move beyond traditional rote memorization, instead utilizing specialized Montessori materials that help students grasp abstract concepts through concrete experiences. By maintaining a focus on community and personalized instruction, Judith P. Hoyer Montessori prepares its students to become critical thinkers and responsible, engaged members of their school and local community.

For more information, contact Judith P. Hoyer Montessori at (301) 808-4420 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.