Middle School (Grades 7 & 8)

The foundation of the Ratner Montessori Middle School program is built upon the understanding of the physical and psychological developmental needs of the adolescent. The environment, pedagogy, and practices are all prepared to meet these needs. Students have four different learning spaces within our school building that they can independently walk to including an upstairs combined classroom with a language and math space, a community room, a science lab, and a commercial kitchen. Students are given opportunities for movement, to use works that allow the connection of the hand and mind, to have authentic experiences in their learning, to contribute to the community, and to gain independence through their academic, social, and practical life experiences.