GETTYSBURG MONTESSORI CHARTER SCHOOL

Gettysburg Montessori Charter School is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Gettysburg Montessori CS school district, located in Gettysburg, PA with about 197 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 9th 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 13 teachers, Gettysburg Montessori Charter School 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.

Gettysburg Montessori Charter School (GMCS) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Operating under the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, the school emphasizes a child-centered approach that fosters independence, self-discipline, and a lifelong love of learning. By utilizing multi-age classrooms and specialized Montessori materials, GMCS aims to provide an individualized learning environment where students can progress at their own pace while developing critical thinking and collaborative skills.

Beyond its core academic program, the school prides itself on being a close-knit community that integrates the surrounding Gettysburg area into its curriculum. GMCS places a strong focus on holistic development, encouraging students to become responsible, empathetic citizens through character education and hands-on, experiential learning. As a public charter, it remains open to all students residing in Pennsylvania, offering an alternative educational model for families seeking a structured yet flexible environment that honors each child’s unique developmental needs.

For more information, contact Gettysburg Montessori Charter School at (717) 334-1120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.