Open house
March 11, 2023
9:30am – 12:00pm
All are welcome to visit the school during open house and learn more about the Montessori approach to early childhood and elementary education. Prospective students and their parents will be able to explore the classrooms, try the hands-on materials, meet the teachers, and talk to current parents about their experience.
Come explore the opportunity for your child and discover the Montessori approach.

Welcome to KMS
At Kennebec Montessori School we promote curiosity and exploration through experiential learning for children ages 3 – 12. We foster the independence that each child yearns for by promoting responsibility for themselves, others, and the environment. Our work is driven by the needs of the whole child; social, emotional and cognitive. We embrace the opportunity to support children academically on their unique paths as lifelong learners.
KMS is…
- the oldest Montessori school in the state of Maine, operating since 1976 and accredited by the American Montessori Society since 2007.
- the only non-denominational, alternative Elementary school in the greater Waterville area supporting students from diverse backgrounds and widespread communities including Pittsfield, Unity, Skowhegan, Kingfield, Belgrade, China, Augusta, and Dexter.
- situated on 14 acres of fields and woodlands, with a stream and beautiful views, convenient to Interstate 95. Children can cross-country ski in the winter and garden in the spring, all while enjoying a large playground that overlooks an adjoining farm.

The environment at KMS fosters independence, curiosity and mindfulness. I appreciate the way my child is learning about how she fits into the greater world and how our actions can have a positive ripple effect. I am thankful everyday that our daughter is able to learn and grow in such a loving, supportive, enriched community.
Current Parent

The environment at KMS fosters independence, curiosity and mindfulness. I appreciate the way my child is learning about how she fits into the greater world and how our actions can have a positive ripple effect. I am thankful everyday that our daughter is able to learn and grow in such a loving, supportive, enriched community.
Current Parent
Our Mission
At KMS, we provide children with an educational program rooted in the philosophy of Maria Montessori that nurtures a love of learning and fosters respect for self, others, and the environment.
Read our Statement of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
Call 207-453-6055 for a tour of our facility and grounds.

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Kennebec Montessori School
38 Sheridan Dr
Fairfield, ME 04937
Phone: 207-453-6055
Fax: 207-453-8155
Email: info@kennebecmontessori.org
Hours:
Monday - Friday
7:15 AM - 5:30 PM