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The purpose of Montessori is “to follow the children” -- to provide an environment where the child may explore and discover their own success… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1585936641150-NFAHCB59AWRM2E0OTZOI/Colorado_Springs_Family_Photographer_Danica_Donnelly-Montessori-School-191017-265.jpg Home - Gallery See what the school is like on the inside https://www.montessoriprepschool.com/contact daily 0.75 2020-10-14 https://www.montessoriprepschool.com/gallery daily 0.75 2020-04-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1586018444043-PCOMQ9CRY7PD36L18V9H/DanicaDonnellyPhotography-180918-123.jpg Gallery Children engaged in play-based learning inside a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool classroom, featuring a toddler reading on the floor and a teacher guiding children through hands-on activities in a calm, nature-inspired environment. 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engaging toddlers in play-based learning inside a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool, creating a warm, personalized classroom environment where children explore, connect, and learn through hands-on, experiential play. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1585776806549-4F92ZHDPEX5NVXLYHIWE/DanicaDonnellyPhotography-180918-120.jpg Gallery Toddler sitting on the floor in a colorful, calm classroom at a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool, reflecting a small, personalized environment that supports play-based, experiential learning and early independence. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1585776551793-UNFYAKI09646R1AI2MBC/DanicaDonnellyPhotography-180917-61.jpg Gallery Toddler pushing a red wagon during outdoor play at a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool, supporting physical development through nature-based, play-based learning in a safe backyard environment. 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Gallery Two toddlers participating in outdoor classroom activities at a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool, practicing social interaction and hands-on learning through play-based, nature-focused exploration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1585777097468-ICU9BTB3KDUDJM4PWNT5/DanicaDonnellyPhotography-180919-207.jpg Gallery Toddler interacting with a rabbit during outdoor learning at a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool, supporting gentle animal care, empathy, and experiential, nature-based education through hands-on play. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1585777130887-DLLBENDG50NO8ISSQQOE/DanicaDonnellyPhotography-180920-250.jpg Gallery Toddlers engaged in independent play inside a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool classroom, reflecting a calm, child-led environment that supports experiential, play-based learning and early development. 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Toddler smiling during outdoor play at a Colorado Springs Montessori preschool, enjoying a shaded garden environment that supports nature-based, play-based learning and joyful early childhood exploration. https://www.montessoriprepschool.com/about daily 0.75 2025-11-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1584914407776-I44CROOPYQG670U9O6DI/DanicaDonnellyPhotography-180917-4.jpg About - This Montessori program for toddlers has been created as a transition place between the home and the larger school environment. The purpose of Montessori is “to follow the children” — to provide an environment where the child may explore and discover their own success. For the two and three year old, it means every day they will have opportunity to engage with age appropriate real life tasks, which they will practice and eventually master. The result? Confidence. Confidence, security, freedom, and harmony (Maria Montessori’s recipe for world peace). Respect is the foundation of this program. Respect for oneself, others, and one’s environment. A small class size of six ensures that each child receives the loving guidance that is necessary for him or her to flourish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1585790683563-4NQ6Y3MS60OJVTEA38XO/Colorado_Springs_Family_Photographer_Danica_Donnelly-Montessori-School-191016-199.jpg About - About Sandra Johnson-Benning Sandra Johnson-Benning, once a Montessori student herself, spent her golden childhood here in Colorado Springs. She began her 24+ years of experience in Montessori apprenticing with Gail Allen, a well known child and parenting specialist in Austin, TX where she assisted at The Montessori Center as well as Parkside Community School. Along with receiving her Association Montessori International Certification in Austin, she continued a successful career teaching young children. Feeling passionate about spreading the success she had experienced in Austin, she moved to Santa Fe, NM. There Sandra headed up a toddler program at Desert Montessori School. Once having her first child, she felt compelled to start her own school here in The Springs. Montessori Prep has served the area for over 15 years and it is here that she continues to further develop this small yet profound program, incorporating other teaching philosophies such as Waldorf, and Play-based/Experiential learning. https://www.montessoriprepschool.com/simplicity-parenting daily 0.75 2023-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5e740ace3542891ca8f38711/1585961078549-T9UDGRJYKD2FYJ8PGG3W/DanicaDonnellyPhotography-180920-289.jpg Simplicity Parenting - Simplicity Parenting: A Group Work Experience Once a year, I offer a seven class series that covers a variety of topics from disengaging power struggles to cultivating positive lifelong family relationships. This year’s series begins December 1st and ends January 26th. 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