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Kelly Severson-Kunz
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Director of Operations & Communications
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Testimonials

First off, they really, genuinely care! Everyone who I’ve met who works at Dancing Pines is kind, patient, passionate and loves and believes in what they do. When you combine that with what I can only explain as a magical location, in a beautiful red farmhouse on acreage with the sweet farm animals… you get a great environment for learning and growth.
Jessica M.
Dancing Pines Montessori was an extension of our home during our daughter and son’s formative years. There is a true partnership between the teachers and parents in developing the whole child. The environment, philosophy and execution of the lessons create a strong foundation for the students to become lifelong learners. Students are encouraged to have a voice, building their self confidence, while nurtured to help form their awareness as a budding global citizen.
Terrada Family
My daughter attended the pre-K program here for 1.5 years (started mid-year) and also did 2 summers at the camps. She entered as a shy 3-year-old and really blossomed, leaving at just shy of 6 with a strong personality, good friends, and great academic skills. She has always picked up reading and math easily, and here she was allowed to move beyond the basic counting and letter sounds she had mastered at 3 and entered kindergarten reading at a 1st grade level (based on kindergarten teacher’s ass…
Primary classroom parent
Our daughter has gone here for a year and she loves it so far. 3’s program on a farm and she’s learned so much. We are excited for her to do her 4s program this year and even more so that she has a friend wanting to enroll also. They teach the kids so many skills I didn’t know a 3 year old could perform. The self learning discovery style has been great. Teacher Cheyanne left and we will miss her. Nonetheless we are still excited for our daughter to have her next year here. Her little broth…
Brian P.
The teachers are so loving and thoughtful about each individual student. Using the Montessori Method, each child is able to move at the pace that is right for them. The teachers also look for opportunities to let the kids teach each other. For example, one of my kids has mastered one of the “works” that teaches multiplication, so the teachers will often ask him to teach other kids how to use it. It reinforces what he has learned and also teaches him empathy and patience.
Teachers at this school are effective

Learn more about Montessori:

Incorporating Montessori at Home

Admissions Update:

For 2024-2025 school year:
WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for FULL DAY students who are ready to enroll in Primary (ages 4.5-6) as well as Lower Elementary (ages 6-9). Apply today!

For 2025-2026:
We currently have students in the waiting pool to schedule observations and tours (ages 3-6). We are still accepting applications for all classrooms.

Waiting pool: there are a few factors contributing to enrollment, aside from date of application. We try to give priority to families with siblings already currently enrolled, families who intend to do Montessori through the elementary years here at DPM, the child’s age to ensure a balanced classroom, the commitment to Montessori practices at home, and there is an observation of the prospective student in the classroom with the teacher that takes place prior to enrollment.

For that reason, it is impossible to say for sure whether there’s space available until admissions decisions have been made in January. That’s when the enrollment invitation goes out to families who have completed the process and who’s kiddos are eligible to start in the following school year. If you have any questions, please feel free to email Alex, [email protected].

Our Philosophy

Our vision of a strong education focuses on a developmental curriculum based on the Montessori philosophy provided in a nurturing environment. Dr. Montessori observed that children blossom when they are allowed freedom within a prepared environment and taught to work with concrete materials that fully engage their interest. These important tenets make education a fulfilling and refreshing process for children.

Where is DPM?

Dancing Pines Montessori is a private school tucked away on a farm in Kent, Washington.
We are located near the Lake Youngs reservoir, surrounded by trees and animals.
Outside of the classrooms, children experience the beauty of a 7-acre campus. Playing alongside animals and helping to care of them. As well as; taking walks in nature, participating in outdoor school (afternoon primary students), playing sports, exploring our pond, and utilizing 4 playgrounds giving children plenty of opportunities to jump, swing, climb, hang, and exercise gross motor skills.

Classrooms

Dancing Pines Montessori serves 3 age groups. We have the Primary classroom with students ages 3-6. Followed by the Lower Elementary classroom serving students ages 6-9. Lastly the Upper Elementary classroom guides children ages 9-12.

Schedules

Primary Classroom:

Ages 3 & 4
9am-12pm or 9am-1pm, starting out at three mornings per week with the option to add days.

Ages 4.5 through 6
Kinders or preschoolers ready for full day pending teacher assessment
9am-3:30pm

Lower Elementary and Upper Elementary:

Ages 6-12:
Full days 9am-3:45pm

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