WHO IS WMI?
"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it." Proverbs 22:6
Equipped to Excel
At Westside Montessori International (WMI), we spark natural curiosity through hands-on, child-led discovery—building the confidence, critical thinking, and independence young minds need. Serving families in the heart of Beaverton and Hillsboro since 2012, our Christ-centered Montessori environment honors every child’s unique path, ensuring our students are Equipped to Excel in school and throughout life.
Why Families Choose WMI
Located near Oregon’s bustling tech and business hubs, WMI provides a warm, family-like community for working parents seeking exceptional care and an outstanding academic foundation.
• Experienced, Loving Educators: Our seasoned faculty brings over 20 years of combined Montessori experience. Guided by certified Lead Guides, our staff treats every child with the care and attention they would give their own.
• Modern & Safe Facilities: Classrooms are thoughtfully equipped with both traditional and modern Montessori materials designed to inspire daily exploration, self-directed learning, and personal growth.
• Accredited & Certified: WMI is a Certified Child Care Center licensed by the Oregon Child Care and Learning Division, a member of the Oregon Montessori Association (OMA), and partnered with Montessori Northwest (MNW) and the American Montessori Society (AMS). WMI boasts of meeting the DELC (Department of Early Learning Center) certification criteria every year.
• A Balanced Curriculum: We cultivate the whole child through integrated programs in math, science, reading, writing, geography, practical life skills, proper conduct, grace, courtesy, and social awareness. WMI also boasts of its Enhanced After School (EAS) pogram that augments the daily routines inside the classroom for children who stay 3:00- 5:30pm at school.
Our Programs & Low Teacher-to-Child Ratios
We offer small class sizes across three dedicated age groups to ensure personalized guidance at every stage of early development:
INFANT CLASSROOM • Age Group: 6 weeks to 3 years • Capacity: 8 students • Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1 : 4
TODDLER CLASSROOM • Age Group: Up to 3 years • Capacity: 10 students • Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1 : 5
PRIMARY CLASSROOM • Age Group: 3 to 6 years • Capacity: 40 students • Teacher-to-Child Ratio: 1 : 10
Join Our WMI Family
At WMI, parents, children, and staff are treated with the utmost respect. Over the years, our school community has grown into one tight-knit family—and we would love to welcome yours.