How this school came to be
In 1992, Edwina and Fred Van Duyne started The Apple Tree Montessori with a small group of young children who loved to learn. In the summer of 2013, The Apple Tree Montessori moved to its new location on 6610 School Lane in Solebury, Pennsylvania and was renamed Solebury Montessori School.
How we think about learning
The Montessori approach centers on nurturing each child's natural curiosity and potential through self-directed, hands-on learning experiences. In a carefully prepared environment, children are encouraged to choose activities that interest them, fostering independence, intrinsic motivation, and a lifelong love of learning.
What to expect when you visit
See classrooms in session
Come during the morning if you can — watching children mid-work tells you more than any brochure.
Meet the people
You'll talk with the educators who would actually know your child, not just an office.
No pressure, real answers
Bring every question — schedules, transitions, meals, naps, how hard drop-offs are handled.
Meet us in person
A tour tells you more than any website can.
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