Montessori Magnet

Display of Maria Montessori and Montessori works.

 

As a member of the American Montessori Society on Step 9 of accreditation process,

Herfurth is proud to offer an exceptional learning opportunity for your student.

AMS Accreditation Pathway Step 9

 

Applying for the 2025-2026 school year

Students entering 1st through 5th grades may apply for the magnet program from Jan. 7th - Feb 10th, 2025. 

Students 3 to 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2025 may also apply for the upcoming school year. Our enrollment dates are currently April 1st - April 30th, 2025

For observation dates and more information about applying for our Montessori Magnet, visit the district Magnet application process page.

 

Enrollment Requirements 

  • Students who are 3 or 4 years old on or before Sept. 1 and students entering kindergarten-fifth grades may apply

  • 50th percentile on reading and math achievement test

  • Pass all other subjects on their report card

  • Pass STAAR (grades 3-5)

  • No serious discipline problems

Note: Students who are 3 years old are not tested. These seats are lottery based. 

Five Areas of Montessori

Video: Five Areas of Montessori