Welcome to the Knoxville Montessori School!
The Knoxville Montessori School prepares children for the world. Our goal is to help your child become an independent, responsible adult with a life-long love of learning.
"Montessori makes learning fun!"KMS Parent
"Montessori makes learning fun!"KMS Parent
WE ARE HIRING FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR!
After Care/School Support Staff Job Announcement
Thank you to all that made the 2020-2021 school year a success!
We are continuing to work together every day to keep our children and staff safe while at school.
Please read our KMS Operating Plan Under COVID-19 Handbook for more information.
A special shout out to Austin Montessori School for their outstanding work on the original document as well as making it available to other schools. We are repeatedly impressed with and grateful for the Global Montessori Community for joining together during these unprecedented times, lifting each other up with support, and assuring the continuation of the Montessori Education we all love.
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The Knoxville Montessori School is a nonprofit private school that provides high-quality Montessori education in a supportive, nurturing environment to students from Preschool through 6th Grade.
For most children, Montessori is the most natural and enjoyable way to learn – and since its founding in 1966, KMS has been widely recognized as one of Knoxville’s best Montessori schools.
The Knoxville Montessori School is accredited by The International Montessori Council and the Primary Program is validated by the Montessori Alliance of Tennessee.
Why Montessori?
Why should you send your child to a Montessori school instead of a traditional preschool or Elementary school? There are really two answers: The Montessori Difference...
Our Program
KMS provides an integrated curriculum for students from preschool through 6th grade. Our classes are designed to help children move naturally from one level to the next...
Visit KMS!
The best way to learn about Montessori education is to see it in action! We invite you to learn more about KMS and to visit our school. During your visit you can...
News & Resources
Standing Together
Written by kms
Read more at Standing Together…Our Role in Ending Systematic and Internal Racism
Read More ›Valerie’s Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season
Written by Valerie Kuentz
If you’re considering what to give your children, family or friends’ children for the holidays, or if you just need a list of loving suggestions for family and friends, I’ve compiled a list of great gifts that encourage healthy development for our children
Read More ›Tips for Better School Day Mornings
Written by Annie Brown
New adventures await for everyone starting school this week! However, school day mornings can be a source of stress and anxiety for students and parents. Visit Knoxville Moms Blog to see our tips for creating and maintaining peaceful and successful school day mornings.
Read More ›Just want to take a minute to tell you how pleased we are here. We think this is an amazing school that continues to do more wonderful things. We are so happy to call Knoxville Montessori School our home! KMS Parent, 2015