LEELANAU MONTESSORI PUBLIC SCHOOL ACADEMY

Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy school district, located in Suttons Bay, MI with about 83 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 5 teachers, Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy, located in Suttons Bay, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students from preschool through middle school. The academy distinguishes itself by utilizing the Montessori method, an educational approach centered on student-led learning, hands-on discovery, and multi-age classrooms. By fostering an environment that emphasizes independence, critical thinking, and social-emotional development, the school aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning in its students while maintaining alignment with Michigan’s academic standards.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school is deeply integrated into the local Leelanau community, often leveraging its beautiful natural surroundings to incorporate place-based and outdoor education into the daily experience. The academy focuses on the "whole child," balancing rigorous intellectual exploration with character development and community responsibility. As a public academy, it remains accessible to families in the region who are seeking a personalized, alternative educational model that prioritizes individual growth and collaborative, student-centered engagement.

For more information, contact Leelanau Montessori Public School Academy at (231) 271-8609 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.