About MIR
A Joyful, Authentic Montessori Education in Redlands
Montessori in Redlands is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)(3) school that serves more than 350 students from 18 months through 6th grade. We provide an authentic Montessori education based on the principles and practices of the Association Montessori Internationale, ensuring a true Montessori experience across all learning environments.
Established in 1976 by a small group of local parents who wanted to bring the magic of Montessori education to Redlands, MIR has remained steadfast in its commitment to providing a joyful Montessori education that nurtures each child's full potential.
Why MIR
An education at MIR focuses on the whole child, helping your child develop the cognitive, physical, and executive skills they will need to succeed as adults. Students experience:
- AMI-trained teachers who are thoroughly versed in child development and teach accordingly.
- Prepared environments designed specifically for the developmental stages of the ages being served.
- Mixed-age groups in which younger students learn from older students, and older students learn leadership and responsibility as mentors to the younger.
- Freedom within limits: Students make choices about their learning within limits set by the teacher and the learning environment.
- Uninterrupted work periods of 2-3 hours to allow students to focus on their learning.
- Individualized learning tailored to your child’s needs and developmental stage.
For more information about our policies and procedures, please refer to the Family Handbook.
Accreditation and Affiliations
Lead classroom teachers hold AMI diplomas for their age groups, and the school's programs align with AMI standards. MIR and its staff maintain close working relationships with staff and administrators at Montessori schools around the world. They are members of AMI, AMI-USA, AMI-Elementary Alumni Association (AMI-EAA), and other Montessori associations.
MIR is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
