Montessori Credentials & Professional Affiliations

Montessori Academy of Slidell is committed to maintaining high standards of educational quality, professional preparation, and institutional integrity. Our school leadership and faculty pursue recognized Montessori credentials and ongoing professional development to ensure alignment with best practices in Montessori education and child development.

Montessori Training & Credentials

Our educators and administrators hold, are pursuing, or support training through nationally and internationally recognized Montessori organizations, including:

  • AMI (Association Montessori Internationale)
    AMI is the organization founded by Dr. Maria Montessori to preserve and advance the integrity of Montessori education worldwide. AMI training emphasizes fidelity to Montessori philosophy, deep understanding of child development, and precise use of Montessori materials.

  • CGMS (Center for Guided Montessori Studies)
    CGMS is a MACTE-accredited Montessori teacher education program offering rigorous, research-informed training for Montessori educators. CGMS programs emphasize reflective practice, mentorship, and alignment with contemporary educational standards.

Professional Commitment

Montessori Academy of Slidell values continuous professional growth and ethical practice. Faculty and leadership participate in:

  • Ongoing Montessori training and certification pathways

  • Professional development workshops and seminars

  • Mentorship and instructional coaching

  • Observation, reflection, and curriculum refinement

These commitments ensure that instructional practices remain current, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with Montessori standards.

Institutional Integrity

Affiliation with recognized Montessori training organizations reflects the school’s dedication to authenticity, professionalism, and educational excellence. Montessori Academy of Slidell maintains transparency in its credentials and welcomes families to learn more about the training and preparation of its educators.

Louisiana Montessori Accreditation

Montessori Academy of Slidell is fully accredited by the Louisiana Montessori Association (LMA), a recognized organization dedicated to upholding high standards of Montessori education across the state of Louisiana.

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What LMA Accreditation Means

Accreditation through LMA signifies that Montessori Academy of Slidell has met established standards related to:

  • Authentic Montessori philosophy and practice

  • Trained Montessori leadership and instructional staff

  • Prepared learning environments

  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum and assessment

  • Multi-age classroom structures

  • Ethical governance and professional operations

LMA accreditation reflects a commitment to quality, accountability, and fidelity to Montessori principles.

State Compliance

In addition to Montessori accreditation, Montessori Academy of Slidell operates in compliance with all applicable State of Louisiana licensing and regulatory requirements. This ensures a safe, structured, and developmentally appropriate environment for all students.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Accreditation is viewed as an ongoing process rather than a single designation. Montessori Academy of Slidell remains committed to continuous self-study, professional development, and program evaluation to maintain alignment with both LMA standards and broader Montessori best practices.

Transparency for Families

We believe families deserve clarity regarding accreditation, credentials, and educational standards. Montessori Academy of Slidell is committed to transparent communication and welcomes questions regarding our accreditation status, professional affiliations, and instructional approach. Families are encouraged to contact the school for additional information.

Montessori Academy of Slidell admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students of the organization. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship programs, and other organization-administered programs.

Montessori Academy of Slidell

985-288-0900

Email: info@masoffice.org

Mailing: 850 Fremaux Ave. Slidell, la 70458

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