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Montessori Early Learning Center

4.4(21)

#1 of 2 in Columbia

1101 Balsam Rd, Columbia, SC 29210, USA, Columbia, South Carolina 29210

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4.4 (21)

This school

4.4★

Columbia avg

4.2★

South Carolina avg

4.6★

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Is this an accredited Montessori school?

No accreditation or membership from a recognized Montessori body (AMI, AMS, or Montessori Canada) is on file for this listing. Because "Montessori" isn't a protected trademark in the US or Canada — a 1967 USPTO ruling put the term in the public domain — any school can use the name regardless of how closely it follows the method. That doesn't mean this school isn't authentically Montessori; it means accreditation status isn't the way to check here. Ask the school directly about their teacher training (look for AMI or AMS-trained staff) and ask to observe a classroom work cycle.

Accreditation is not the same as an operating licence. A provincial/state child care licence or private school registration only confirms a school is legally allowed to operate — it says nothing about whether the teaching method is Montessori.

Teacher credentials matter too. Ask how many lead teachers hold AMI, AMS, or MACTE-accredited teacher training — a strong signal independent of the school's own accreditation status.

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Location

1101 Balsam Rd, Columbia, SC 29210, USA, Columbia, South Carolina 29210

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Reviews

Parents report that Montessori Early Learning Center provides a nurturing, thoughtful Montessori education where children develop strong academic skills, life skills, and social-emotional growth. Teachers and leadership, particularly Mrs. Ina Fort, are praised for their dedication, intentionality, and active engagement with families to support each child's individual development. Multiple parents note their children have exceeded academic expectations and developed skills in reading, math, teamwork, and kindness.