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MCH is American Montessori Society-accredited school. What does it mean to be AMS-certified? A school that has earned AMS accreditation meets a well-defined standard of excellence. AMS-accredited schools must meet AMS School Accreditation Standards and Criteria. Currently, ​about 10% of AMS member schools are AMS accredited. 

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  • Accredited by American Montessori Society (AMS) 
  • Accredited by National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA)


To maintain accreditation, a school must submit an annual report that documents continued compliance with AMS standards. It should also show that it is making progress toward its stated goals for improvement. Successful schools receive an updated certificate of accreditation. AMS recognizes schools accredited by the Montessori School Accreditation Commission (MSAC) as being in equal standing with schools accredited by our own organization. MSAC was the accrediting body of the National Center for Montessori Education, which came together as a single entity with AMS in 2006.

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Only AMS full member schools are eligible to become accredited. Applicants undergo a rigorous process that includes:
  • an intensive 12- to 18-month self-evaluation involving administration, staff, teachers, and parents; 
  • a thorough onsite review by an AMS peer accreditation team; 
  • commitment to a strategic plan for long-term improvement. ​

Read more about what an AMS-accrediation means and the strict criteria that we must meet to maintain accreditation.
Montessori Children's House
5003 218th Ave. NE
Redmond, WA 98053
Phone: 425-868-7805
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Founded in 1987 
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Fully Accredited in Infant - Elementary II
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  • Home
  • About Our School
    • Mission, Vision & Values >
      • Peace Education Resources
    • Why Montessori?
    • History & Growth
    • Accreditation
    • Awards and Affiliations
    • Press
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Campus >
      • Outdoor Environments
  • Our Programs
    • Middle School
    • Elementary
    • Kindergarten
    • Early Childhood
    • Infant and Toddler
    • Enrichment Programs
  • Admissions
    • Welcome
    • How to Apply
    • Tuition, Fees & Calendar
    • Tuition Assistance
    • request a tour
    • Virtual Tour
  • Current Families
    • Calendar
    • At Home Resources
    • Parent Orientation 24-25
    • adopt-a-highway
    • MCH Parent Association
  • Open House
  • Summer Program 2025
  • Job Opportunities
  • Blog
    • Voices of MCH
  • Contact