Welcome to SMMS!
Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School is a small school in the heart of the Hawthorne neighborhood of Southeast Portland. We are committed to following the teaching methods of Maria Montessori, whose ideas were ahead-of-her time, but have stood the test of time. Throughout its history, SMMS has been committed to making high-quality early childhood education affordable. Through annual fundraising, and with generous sponsorship from Portland Mennonite Church, we are able to keep tuition costs low.
Our family has found a true home in SMMS. The teachers and community of parents are supportive, loving and really do create a community where children thrive!
Jenn – first year parent
Our Mission at SMMS
Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School provides high-quality, affordable Montessori education to children ages 3-6, informed by spiritual principles of peace, respect and grace.
Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School endeavors to:
Non-discrimination:
Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School is a welcoming community that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, family structure, color, religion, socioeconomic status, national origin, ancestry, or disability. It does not discriminate based on the list above in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and other school-administered programs.
- Use the methods taught by Maria Montessori to nurture an environment that provides opportunities for learning and growth in independence for young children
- Support families as they nurture their children’s development
- Provide opportunities for parent involvement
- Maintain a meaningful relationship with Portland Mennonite Church, our sponsoring organization
Non-discrimination:
Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School is a welcoming community that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, family structure, color, religion, socioeconomic status, national origin, ancestry, or disability. It does not discriminate based on the list above in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and other school-administered programs.
Sunnyside Mennonite Montessori School provides high-quality, affordable Montessori education to children ages 3-6, informed by spiritual principles of peace, respect and grace.