Welcome to Montessori Children's House
Montessori Children's House is an American Montessori Society Full-Member school providing Montessori preschool education for children ages 2½ through 5.
We are proud to be the longest-running, independently owned
Montessori school in Columbus - established in 1977!
Our Philosophy
At Montessori Children’s House, we believe that all children carry unseen within them the person they will become. In order to develop their physical, intellectual, and...
Our Academics
One of the most significant differences in a Montessori classroom is that children ages 3-6 are grouped together in one classroom. Because of this three-year age mixture, the children are exposed to many advanced activities that might not be available in a classroom with same-age children. The younger children watch the older children and...
What makes MCH stand out?
This Week at MCH!
Paper punching is a fun practical life activity in our Montessori classrooms. It helps children like A (shown here) develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and concentration. The child uses a small punching tool to carefully follow the outline of a shape or letter (A is working on the continents to make a globe) by making small, precise punches along the lines. The act of gripping the small punching tool builds strength in the child's hand muscles, preparing them for writing!