Fox Valley Montessori Academy in Appleton to double enrollment, add new kindergarten program

With the start of the 2023-24 school year, Fox Valley Montessori Academy will call a larger building home, allowing it to introduce a new kindergarten program and, in total, nearly double its enrollment.

The new site, the former St. John United Church of Christ on West Marquette Street, Appleton, is just 1.5 miles from its present location.

The Fox Valley Montessori Academy is relocating to 1130 W. Marquette Street.  The former St.  John United Church of Christ is pictured Monday, May 22, 2023, in Appleton, Wis.  (Photo: Dan Powers/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin)

The school serves children ages 6 weeks through 6 years. Modeling itself after the Montessori method of education, the school incorporates classic Montessori materials and Montessori-inspired activities, complete time outdoors, child-led work periods and more.

Here’s what to know about the school and its upcoming changes:

Related:The new Wisconsin family? 1.7 kids, no picket fence and child care costs more than college