About Us
Our History
Founded in 1974 by Lee Katzoff, Neshaminy Montessori has spent over five decades establishing a reputation for unwavering authenticity and intellectual caliber. Every great journey begins with a question. For Ms. Katzoff, that question arose the moment she became a mother: “How can I provide an education that honors my son’s natural curiosity”? After extensive research, she was unable to find a school that embodied all of what she was looking for and realized other parents must be facing a similar challenge.
Ms. Katzoff’s background as a high school guidance counselor gave her a unique vantage point. When she looked at her son she didn’t see a vessel that needed to be filled with facts; she saw a “sensitive period“ of incredible potential. She began researching methodologies that aligned with her professional knowledge of human development and her personal dreams for her child. Her search led to the work of Dr Maria Montessori. What began as a mother’s quest for excellence became a lifelong mission and Neshaminy Montessori was born. Ms. Katzoff’s early childhood programs encompass the essential teachings of Maria Montessori partnered with outstanding education to establish lifelong learning centered on excellence.
Today, that same passion for “academic merit” remains the heartbeat of our school. More than 50 years later, Neshaminy Montessori remains the benchmark for excellence. We are consistently recognized by educators and the local community as the premier choice for families seeking a transformative start for their children.
Children will thrive if we nurture their natural sense of wonder. The directress’ primary goal is to nourish each child’s spirit.
At Neshaminy Montessori, our educators offer an academic experience combined with social, emotional, physical and intellectual challenges that foster the whole child. The Montessori teacher’s role is that of a facilitator, mentor and friend. Our dedicated staff nourishes each child’s spirit and imagination and encourages his or her inherent high self-esteem and desire for independence.
