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  • A Polk County Public Charter School

    A Montessori School for ages 3 - 15 years

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Preschool with VPK

Each program consists of its own weekly theme and activities, so your child has something new to anticipate with each week.

K-8 Public Charter

You’ll be able to utilize or recycle supplies you already have at home to complete lesson activities. We’ll provide you with alternative options as well.

B.A.S.E.

Our programs are curated for two different age groups, so every lesson offers the appropriate level of engagement for your little ones.

Who We Are

At Cypress Junction Montessori, we nurture the whole child through a comprehensive Montessori education. Our approach encourages independent thinking and the development of foundational skills while fostering empathy, social ease, and high self-esteem. We build intellectual, emotional, and physical rigor to help students become self-directed learners, flexible thinkers, and creative problem solvers.

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Our Programs

  • Primary/PreK Program

    The Primary Community is designed for children aged 3 to 5 years old and is a carefully prepared environment that fosters independence, exploration, and self-directed learning. It is typically divided into five main areas: practical life, sensorial, language, math, and cultural subjects.

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  • Lower Elementary

    Our Kindergarten to 1st Grade Community builds upon the foundation developed in early childhood, offering young learners a nurturing environment to grow their curiosity, strengthen key skills, and begin exploring subjects more deeply through hands-on experiences.

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  • Middle Elementary

    Our 2nd to 3rd Grade Community builds on the lower elementary foundation, offering advanced exploration in five areas: language, math, cultural subjects, science, and practical life. It fosters collaboration, leadership, and self-directed learning, with the teacher acting as a guide.

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  • Upper Elementary

    Our 4th to 5th Grade Community, builds on elementary foundations, offering advanced, self-directed learning in language arts, math, science, social studies, and practical life. It fosters collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking, with teachers as mentors guiding students toward independence and success.

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  • Adolescent Community

    Our Adolescent Community, serving Grades 6 to 8, supports students through a transformative stage of growth intellectually, socially, and emotionally. Rooted in Montessori principles, this environment emphasizes real-world application, project-based learning, and personal responsibility. Students engage deeply with core subjects while developing leadership skills, self-awareness, and a strong sense of community, guided by mentors who prepare them for high school and beyond.

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Montessori nurtures order, concentration and independence

Intentional classroom design, materials, and daily routines support the student’s emerging “self-regulation” (the ability to educate one’s self, and to think about what one is learning), in toddlers through adolescents.

Montessori students enjoy freedom within Limits

Each creative activity prompt is an opportunity for your child to embrace a new challenge. Through hands-on learning, your child is more likely to remain engaged and to build upon their creative problem-solving skills.

What Parents Say

  • Jenelle Grabowicz

    “Cypress Junction Montessori has been truly life-changing for our family. My son went from dreading school every morning—begging not to go—to genuinely enjoying it, and the difference has been remarkable. The supportive, hands-on learning environment has not only transformed his attitude but has also led to incredible academic growth. Seeing him thrive, gain confidence, and develop a love for learning has been an absolute gift. We are beyond grateful for the nurturing approach and dedicated educators who have made such a profound impact on his journey.”

  • Emily Garcia

    “I cannot sing CJM’s praises enough for what they did with our son this year! He was struggling with reading at his old school, and now he is reading so well! He is doing so many wonderful lessons that he likes to talk about, and I am so happy with this school.”

  • Melanie King

    “Enrolling my child at Cypress Junction Montessori was one of the best opportunities we had. Making this transition entering middle school made me nervous as a parent because he had not been taught in that structure previously.  The Montessori approach has truly transformed the way my child learns and views the world. The school fosters a sense of independence, critical thinking, and responsibility that I didn't even know was possible at this age.

    The teachers are supportive, creating an environment where every student feels valued and empowered. They encourage students to explore their interests deeply and challenge them to think creatively, all while maintaining a strong sense of community.

    What stands out to me the most is how CJM allows children to learn at their own pace while building essential skills for the future both academically and personally. My child is not only excelling in his studies, taking high school credits in middle school, but also developing a strong sense of self.

    I am truly grateful for the nurturing, innovative, and holistic approach the school provides. It's clear that the Montessori philosophy is more than just a teaching method—it's a way of life at this school, and it has had an immensely positive impact on my child’s growth and development.“

  • Amber Chandler

    “Our family discovered Cypress Junction Montessori when our daughter was struggling at a large elementary school where she experienced bullying and felt discouraged. At CJM, she found a supportive environment where she was accepted, challenged academically, and nurtured emotionally. She flourished during her time there, grew in confidence, and later graduated with high honors from Winter Haven High School and earned her Cambridge degree. She is now attending Florida State University with plans to go to law school and still speaks fondly of her time at CJM.

    Our two younger sons have also attended CJM. One of our sons, who has autism and ADHD, benefited greatly from the supportive and understanding environment, where teachers and classmates showed kindness and compassion. Our youngest son continues to thrive academically and socially, gaining confidence and leadership skills in the Montessori setting.

    After nearly ten years with Cypress Junction Montessori, our family is incredibly grateful for the caring teachers, supportive community, and exceptional education our children have received.”

  • Lori

    “Before coming to Cypress Junction Montessori, my daughter struggled academically at her previous private school and we were only given suggestions like more homework and focusing harder. In just a few months at Cypress Junction, she has made incredible progress and is truly thriving. The teachers are insightful, encouraging, and focused on what works best for each child. I love that the classrooms encourage positive behavior rather than punishment, and it’s clear the teachers genuinely care about the students. Both in class and in aftercare. We’re excited to be part of the Cypress Junction community for years to come.”