Upstate Montessori Academy

Upstate Montessori Academy is a Montessori school in Greenville, SC. The academy provides education for infants through children in the sixth grade, offering half‑day 3K classes and full‑day programs for 3K through sixth grade. Its curriculum blends the traditional “reading, writing and arithmetic” foundation with Montessori‑based inquiry, aiming to develop well‑rounded students who excel academically and grow as community‑focused leaders. The school serves families throughout Greenville and the surrounding area and holds a perfect 5.00 rating based on a verified review.

The leadership team at Upstate Montessori Academy works together to unleash each student’s natural curiosity, allowing personal interests to shape individualized learning paths. Founder Jennifer Kelly, certified by both the Montessori Educational Programs International and the American Montessori Society, guides the school’s philosophy of fresh thinking and engaged learning. Small class sizes create an intimate environment where older students mentor younger peers, fostering leadership and respectful communication. The campus features a playground with a unique climbing structure, a natural playscape, and a student‑grown garden that support health, wellness, and hands‑on exploration. Through values‑based instruction, students learn respect, character development, community service, and collaborative problem‑solving, preparing them to lead rather than follow.

Located on N Leach St, the academy is a short walk from the Greenville City Fire Department Station 2 and just steps away from South Academy Street. It sits within a few hundred metres of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School, Pendleton Street, Easley Bridge Road, and West Greenville Community Center Park, placing it in the heart of a vibrant downtown neighborhood.

By combining Montessori principles with a focus on leadership and character, Upstate Montessori Academy offers Greenville families a distinctive, child‑centered education that nurtures curiosity and community values.

Services:

• Engaging Learning Environment with Outdoor Facilities
• Full-day Programs for 4K through Sixth Grade
• Half-day 3K Program
• Leadership Development Curriculum