About us
Sea Pines Montessori Academy is the oldest Montessori school in South Carolina. Nestled among the live oak trees just steps away from the beach and the Sea Pines Forest preserve SPMA has been educating children in the local community for 55 years. We are private, non-profit 501c3 school internationally recognized for its authentic Montessori program. Students consistently perform grade-levels ahead of traditionally-schooled peers. We offer an environment where students can develop the social and educational skills they need to excel in middle school, high school, college, and beyond.
The Montessori Prepared Environment.
A Vibrant Student Life
At Sea Pines Montessori Academy, we focus on educating the whole child. From cross-country to Spanish, our students participate in fun, engaging, productive extracurriculars. Sports, games, and outdoor time help children learn. Our group settings are exactly the right size for building confidence in your child.
“…when strictly implemented, Montessori education fosters social and academic skills that are equal or superior to those fostered by a pool of other types of schools.”
Dr. Angeline Lillard, Professor of Psychology
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Proudly Accredited
The American Montessori Society sets high standards for qualifying as a member school. Our school is peer-reviewed, ensuring teaching principles and standards adhere to the Montessori philosophy of educating the whole child, socially, emotionally, and intellectually.
Overseen by the National Association of Independent Schools, the Southern Association of Independent Schools accreditation demonstrates a dedication to highest standards of education and ongoing assessment and self-evaluation for continual improvement.