MOUNTAIN VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL

Mountain Village Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Mountain Village Charter School school district, located in Plymouth, NH with about 66 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade 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, Mountain Village Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Mountain Village Charter School (MVCS), located in Plymouth, New Hampshire, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K–8. The school is distinguished by its commitment to the **Montessori method**, which emphasizes self-directed learning, hands-on activities, and collaborative play within mixed-age classrooms. By fostering an environment that respects the individual pace and interests of each child, the school aims to cultivate both academic excellence and a deep sense of social responsibility.

Beyond the classroom, MVCS places a strong emphasis on **place-based education**, leveraging its location in the White Mountains region to integrate the local environment into the curriculum. Students frequently engage in outdoor learning, community service, and exploration of the natural world, which helps connect their studies to the world around them. This combination of the Montessori philosophy and an immersive, nature-integrated approach makes the school a unique educational option for families in the Plymouth area who are seeking a student-centered and community-focused learning experience.

For more information, contact Mountain Village Charter School at (603) 536-3900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.