Water Lily is a community-focused Montessori school located at the edge of the thriving Lowertown area of Saint Paul. We provide equitable and accessible education for children ages 3-6 years
Who We Are
Water Lily Montessori School is a member of the Wildflower Network of schools, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Wildflower is an ecosystem of decentralized Montessori micro-schools that support children, teachers, and parents. Wildflower aspires to give all children and families the opportunity to choose high-quality, beautiful learning environments as they follow life’s unfolding journey.
Childhood is not a race to see how quickly a child can read, write, and count. Childhood is a small window of time to learn and develop at the pace which is right for each individual child.
- Dr. Maria Montessori
An Authentic Montessori School
The Montessori Method emerges from the belief that children are naturally good, peaceful and curious and that in the context of a supportive environment, all children engage instinctively in the work of self-construction. With appropriate freedoms and the right support, children follow their interests to create rich learning experiences, form peaceful communities, and support and learn from one another. We are dedicated to the preparation of environments and ourselves to support the development of children.
An Intentionally Small Community
As an intentionally-small, community embedded learning environment, our school allows us to serve every child and family in deep and meaningful partnership with their teacher leaders.
A Place for All
Water Lily Montessori School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
Water Lily Montessori proudly holds a 4-star rating from Parent Aware, the highest possible rating. This distinction underscores the exceptional quality of education and care provided by the school. Earning this top rating reflects Water Lily Montessori’s commitment to fostering a nurturing and enriching environment for early childhood development, adhering to the highest standards in early education. You can learn more about their rating on Parent Aware.
Schedule a Tour with Us
We warmly invite you to book a tour of our school, where you can walk through our classrooms, observe the engaging activities, and meet our dedicated educators. Discover how our nurturing community and thoughtfully designed spaces create the perfect environment for your child’s growth. Schedule your tour today and see the Water Lily Montessori difference in action!
