Montessori Austin | Preschool & Infant, Toddler Daycare
Established in 1979, our premier Austin Montessori school and academy takes a holistic and modern approach to nurturing the whole child in a prepared environment.
Located near South Lamar, just minutes from Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, and Travis Heights.
Top-Rated Montessori School in Austin, TX Preschool & Early Childhood
Parents searching for a "Montessori school near me" choose Town & Country Montessori School in Austin because we balance a traditional Montessori program with a modern approach designed for today’s 21st-century child.
Legacy of Excellence since 1979
For over 45 years, we have remained a cornerstone of the Austin community, providing a stable and enriching foundation for generations of young learners.
Tactile, Screen-Free Foundations
We prioritize real-world discovery over digital distractions. In these critical formative years, our students engage with didactic materials that build lifelong curiosity.
Montessori Enriched Daily Life
Our Montessori Austin programs include music, yoga, gardening, and languages woven naturally into the day—supporting each child’s development beyond the classroom.
Montessori-Trained Guides
Our Montessori-trained teachers, many with decades of experience, provide a nurturing environment that supports each child’s unique pace and developmental needs
Our Austin Montessori school offers preschool, infant daycare, and toddler programs for families across South Austin including Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights and South Lamar
Leading Montessori School in Austin Led by AMI-Certified Direction
Guided by an AMI-certified Head of School, our Montessori Austin classrooms offer a carefully prepared environment where children build focus, independence, and respect for the world around them through purposeful, hands-on work.
Purposeful Work & Focus
Our classrooms are designed for deep concentration. Through uninterrupted work cycles, children develop the self-discipline and independence that define the Montessori approach
Kindness & Peace Education
Grace and courtesy are part of daily life. Children learn to listen, wait, and respond with care, practicing small acts of kindness that shape how they relate to others in their community.
Stewardship of the Natural World
In our outdoors, children observe, water, and care for plants. They notice changes in the seasons and develop a quiet respect for living things through simple, hands-on experiences.
Montessori Programs for Infants Through Kindergarten
Our Montessori Austin programs support every stage of early childhood—from infant daycare in our Nido environment to toddler learning and preschool development through our Montessori Kindergarten program.
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Nido/Infant Community
(6 weeks–17 months)
Gentle, loving care in a calm environment carefully designed around your baby’s unique developmental needs. Infants enjoy freedom of movement, gentle routines, and warm and responsive care that strengths the bond between child and caregivers. -
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Toddler Community
(18–36 months)
Within our nurturing toddler environment, specially trained Montessori guides give each child the opportunity to follow their sensitive period for movement, independence, order, language. -
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Primary/Children's House
(3-6 years)
This is the foundation of Montessori education. Children develop early literacy and math skills through scientifically sequenced materials. Geography, botany, zoology, gardening, music, and art enrich your child’s learning. -
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Kindergarten Leadership Year
(age 6 years)
The final year is a transformational leadership and mentorship year. Your child mentors younger children, strengthen reading, writing and math skills, build creativity and problem-solving skills for a confident transition into elementary school.
Where hands lead the mind, and curiosity guides discovery.
What families say about our Montessori School in Austin
Parents across Austin—from Zilker, Barton Hills, Bouldin Creek, Travis Heights, and South Lamar—share how their children blossom in our carefully prepared Montessori environments.
As a leading choice for Montessori Austin, we invite you to see how our prepared environment nurtures the whole child
Modern Montessori School in Austin for Today’s Child
We prepare children for a world that values adaptability and creativity. Our Montessori Austin programs are enriched with STEM, music, and global studies, providing a foundation for life that goes far beyond the traditional classroom.
Serving Austin Families Since 1979
For over forty years, our Montessori Austin School has supported early childhood development. We offer a prepared environment where generations of children have begun their early years—following their natural development to build independence, deep concentration, and a lifelong love of learning.
Your Child’s Lifelong Love of Learning Starts Here
Step 1.
Experience our Montessori way
Schedule a tour to see our classrooms, observe our Montessori method in action, and meet the guides who will support your child’s development.
Step 2.
Registration and Confirmation
We guide you through the enrollment forms and documentation needed to secure your child’s placement.
Step 3.
Preparation for the Start Date
We work closely with you before, during, and after the start date to ensure a smooth, nurturing, and welcoming transition for your child.