About our Program
Take a tour of the Montessori Peaks Homeschool Program. Click the link above to register for one of our t Find out what makes our program special, see the campus and get a feel for how a day runs. We will meet at the North building entrance, across the driveway from the main building, under the awning.
Montessori Peaks Academy North Building
6054 S Kipling Pkwy
Littleton, CO 80127
Current Program Information
The MPA Homeschool Programs are all-day programs. The classrooms apply Montessori philosophy and a project approach to provide students with a rich and experiential learning environment. Basic Montessori and STEAM materials are introduced and used to foster deeper understanding, encourage student individuality, creativity, and socialization while developing critical thinking and a love of learning. We have access to abundant outdoor space and spend as much time outside as possible. We accept students with different learning capabilities but we do not service IEP’s as we are an enrichment program.
We follow the Jeffco yearly calendar and classes are held from 8:30- 3:30 each school day. The following grade levels are offered on the days listed below.
Tuesday - Lower Elementary: K - 2nd grade 8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
Wednesday- Upper Elementary: 3rd - 5th and Middle School: 6th - 8th, 8:30 - 3:30
Friday- Lower and Upper Elementary: 1st -6th grade, 8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
Kindergarten, 7th, and 8th grade students attend one day a week.
1st - 6th grade students have the choice of attending one or two days a week, on either or both days those grades attend.
The Tuesday and Wednesday classes provide homeschooling families with Montessori and project-based experiential learning experiences for Kindergarten through 8th grade. We provide knowledgeable and experienced instructors for all of our programs. Students remain with their teachers all day, giving large windows of time for exploring learning topics. Classes take daily nature walks and visit the library each week.
The Friday classes are offered for students 1st - 6th grade. Students participate in Art, Music, PE and Library as well as shorter classroom learning blocks.
Tuesday's Lower Elementary (K-2nd)
Classes have a maximum of 16 students per classroom. Students are guided through lessons and projects on topics of study chosen by the teacher.
Wednesday's Upper Elementary (3rd-5th)
and Middle School (6th-8th)
Classes have a maximum of 16 students per classroom. Upper Elementary students are guided through lessons and projects on topics of study chosen by the teacher. Middle School students are guided through lessons and projects that are collaboratively developed between the teacher and students. These topics can extend as long as student interest and deep learning continue to happen.
Friday's Lower Elementary (1st-3rd)
and Upper Elementary (4th-6th)
Classes are our original and longest running homeschool program. Enrollment caps at 16 students per level. Friday students split their day between classroom time and participation in Art, Music, and PE classes with MPA’s Specials instructors. This provides students with a wide range of experiences throughout the day and shorter work periods with their classroom teachers. Learning topics work similarly to the Tuesday and Wednesday programs, incorporating Montessori and project aspects, but on a smaller scale due to time constraints.
Additional Benefits for All Students
Students attend field trips, in-house presentations from outside experts, and assemblies. All of the after-school programs sponsored by MPA are available to all Homeschool students, as well as the science fair, school pictures, the school yearbook, talent show, social nights for Lower Elementary and Upper Elementary students and families, growing and changing (5th grade), and the 6th grade trip. Homeschool families can also choose to participate in state testing with the full-time students. Contact the Homeschool Director for further information.
School Behavior
We encourage a Growth Mindset while participating in class and with peers. Our behavioral expectations for all people at MPA fall under our school's 5 Pillars of behavior:
1) Kindness, 2) Integrity, 3) Respect, 4) Effort, and 5) Safety
Additional reading on the Montessori Method can be found in the library. Suggestions:
Montessori the Science behind the Genius - Lillard
Montessori Today - Lillard
A Brief History
Montessori Peaks Academy is the longest running Montessori Charter School in Jefferson County. Founded in 1997, MPA provides Montessori preschool and elementary education as an alternative to traditional teaching methods.
The MPA Homeschool program was created as a way to expand the school's programming and make the Montessori approach available to more students. Homeschool Connections, on Fridays, was the first program to be offered to 1st-6th grade homeschool students. Connections students participated in semester long classroom topics, art, music, PE and library. Connections was the only MPA homeschool program offered for several years.
In 2014 MPA Homeschool expanded programming by implementing the Options programs in addition to the Connections program. Each class attended one day a week. Originally, Options consisted of a Kindergarten class, a lower elementary class (1st-3rd), and an upper elementary class that included middle school (4th-8th grade). Students chose between several classes throughout the day and visited the library.
Eventually the age groupings shifted to K-2nd grade, 3rd-5th grade, and 6th-8th grade and classes have evolved to a project based approach that is highly influenced by student interest and need. The Connections and Options programs are now combined into our current program offerings.
In 2022, we added a choice of one or two days a week for families of 1st-6th grade students. We also began a curriculum lending library for parents that continues to grow over time.
An exciting future for MPA Homeschool is on the horizon as we explore more ways to support our students and families. We will continue to evolve, building on what works best for our students and expanding experiential opportunities for learning. We look forward to welcoming your family into our community.
FAQ's
Is there a fee to attend?
Yes, there is a one time registration fee of $90 (one day a week) or $125 (two days a week) due at the beginning of each year.
Can I be dual enrolled in other programs?
You can only be enrolled in 1 publicly funded program at a time. You may be enrolled in a public and private program at the same time.
Can you be enrolled in an umbrella school as well?
Yes, as long as it is a private school.
Does MPA help with state testing?
We offer state testing through 6th grade as an option, please just notify the Director if you want to participate in the testing, there is no charge.
Does MPA Homeschool service IEP's?
Unfortunately, no. We are an enrichment program and do not service IEP's. If your child has an IEP, you will need to sign a waiver with the district to enroll in our program.
Are there parent volunteer hours?
We do not require any volunteer hours for our HS program parents, though there are a few opportunities for those interested.
Does MPA provide academic curriculum?
No, at this time we are purely an enrichment program.
Do families still have to submit a letter of intent to the district?
Yes, you should notify the district of your intent to homeschool. The HSLDA has more information on the legal requirements of homeschooling in CO.
Do you have to live in the Jeffco School District to attend?
No, you can be in any district as long as there is space in the program.
1. What are the hours for the K program?
2. What does a typical schedule look like?
3. What subjects will be covered?
4. Is there a scope and sequence I can peak at?
Learning about the 5 types of vertebrates
Field trip to the Colorado Symphony orchestra