Founded 1969 · Columbus, Indiana
ABC-Stewart Montessori School
A Montessori-oriented learning environment serving preschool, kindergarten, and elementary-aged children in Bartholomew County, Indiana and surrounding areas.
Early Childhood Programs
Nurturing toddlers and preschoolers through hands-on Montessori learning
Seedlings & Saplings
Our Seedlings & Saplings program welcomes our youngest learners in a nurturing, home-like environment. Through sensory exploration, practical life activities, and gentle Montessori guidance, toddlers build independence, language, and a love of learning from the very start.
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Stewart Elementary
Academics, values, and community... all in one place
A Curriculum Built Around the Child
At ABC-Stewart Montessori School, we blend the independence, curiosity, and hands-on discovery of Montessori education with the structure and rigor of traditional academics. Through individualized instruction, meaningful exploration, and an emphasis on critical thinking and mastery, our students develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to thrive in the classroom and beyond. Discover how our unique approach to education inspires a lifelong love of learning.
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Our School in Action
A glimpse into daily life at ABC Stewart
"The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence."
Rooted in Montessori, Ready for the World
ABC-Stewart School seeks to educate and prepare each child to make life's journey as an independent, responsible citizen of the world. Our vision is that ABC-Stewart School will be the school of choice for families committed to bringing out excellence in all aspects of their child.
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