Explore Greenbrier, a Montessori preschool in South Minneapolis for 3-6 year-olds, emphasizing holistic education and leadership. Visit our site to learn more An authentic Montessori school for our changing world Serving preschool aged children. Nestled in the heart of South Minneapolis, Rosebay is an authentic Montessori preschool for children ages 3 to 6. We are proud to be located in the Powderhorn Park neighborhood! Rosebay Montessori is a member of the Wildflower Network of schools, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Wildflower is an ecosystem of decentralized Montessori micro-schools that support children, teachers, and parents. Wildflower aspires to give all children and families the opportunity to choose high-quality, beautiful learning environments as they follow life’s unfolding journey. Our Programs The needs of mankind are universal. Our means of meeting them create the richness and diversity of the planet. The Montessori child should come to relish the texture of that diversity. - Dr. Maria Montessori An Authentic Montessori School The Montessori Method emerges from the belief that children are naturally good, peaceful and curious and that in the context of a supportive environment, all children engage instinctively in the work of self-construction. With appropriate freedoms and the right support, children follow their interests to create rich learning experiences, form peaceful communities, and support and learn from one another. We are dedicated to the preparation of environments and ourselves to support the development of children. An Intentionally Small Community As an intentionally-small, community embedded learning environment, our school allows us to serve every child and family in deep and meaningful partnership with their teacher leaders. A Place for All Rosebay Montessori admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. Gallery What Make us Feel Proud “I always wanted to have my own school,” Vital told me. She got that opportunity in 2018 when she launched Cosmos Montessori , a bilingual preschool and elementary public charter school in South Minneapolis. Cosmos is part of the national Wildflower Montessori microschool network that began in 2014 to support smaller, community-embedded, more accessible Montessori schools. Wildflower helps teacher-entrepreneurs like Vital who want to launch their own schools. Cosmos is part of the national Wildflower Montessori micro school network that began in 2014 to support smaller, community-embedded, more accessible Montessori schools. Wildflower helps teacher-entrepreneurs like Vital who want to launch their own schools. Read the full article about the Micro schools environment and know more about the history of Veronica and more teachers at the following button! Article Veronica Vital founded Cosmos Montessori charter school in 2018. KERRY MCDONALD

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< Back Equity A Commitment to Equity Wildflower schools exist within the context of the segregation and inequity of our communities and society, and where there is no justice, there can be no lasting peace. As Montessorians, we believe children’s unique capacity to adapt to their environment makes childhood the key to the long-term improvement of society and our greatest hope for a more peaceful world. We cultivate that capacity in schools that include people of different racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds and seek out ways to make our schools more accessible to all families; we celebrate diversity and foster inclusivity; and, we consider the unique opportunities and challenges facing every child and commit to giving each student what they need to find their purpose and fulfill their potential. We recognize the significance of this undertaking, and we work to transform ourselves, our school communities and our broader society to bring about our vision for justice and peace. Previous Next

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< Back Shopfront Neighborhood-nested in partnership with the community Wildflower schools sit in street-facing and accessible, light-filled spaces on walkable streets and invite community members visually into the daily work of children. They increase the presence of children and families in the community, as more narrow geographic focus supports walking to and from school, and by relying on public playgrounds, gardens and other civic spaces that would otherwise be on-site in larger institutions. We expand our definition of “stakeholders” beyond the families we serve directly, and we work to make our surrounding communities stronger and healthier for children. Previous Next

< Back Network Advancing an ecosystem of independent schools We seek to make Wildflower schools an option for children and families everywhere. As we grow, we benefit from an expanding community of learners and professionals working together, and the economic efficiencies that can arise from sharing resources. At the same time, we protect the autonomy of every teacher-leader and we resist the expansion of central-administration and authority. Each school sees itself as a node in a network, with substantial freedom in school-level decision-making and access to the resources of the network when those resources are useful and compelling to the school. Reciprocally, each school also sees itself as accountable to its neighbor schools and the broader Wildflower community, and responsible for supporting existing and future Wildflower schools. Finally, wherever possible, we make our materials, software and learnings available publicly, so that all schools can benefit from them, whether or not they are affiliated with Wildflower. Previous Next

Explore our programs where children learn best through real-life activities that support independence, concrete experiences and open-ended exploration.  Primary Our Programs Primary The primary curriculum is designed with the understanding that children learn best through real-life activities that support independence, concrete experiences that engage the senses, and open-ended exploration. This leads to the refinement of their movements, sensory perceptions, language and intellect development. Children thrive through opportunities to follow their own interests and freely choose their own scaffolded activities. Through guided exploration they develop independence,concentration and curiosity. Montessori materials for the primary age are designed to support self-directed discovery and learning. They are organized around Practical Life activities that develop both independence and concentration; Sensorial activities that refine and develop the child’s senses; the development of Spoken Language, Writing and Reading skills; and Mathematical activities that develop fundamental mathematical concepts; and Cultural activities that include geography, history, biology, science, music, and the arts. Hours FULL DAY 8:30am – 3:30pm AFTER CARE After Care: 3:30 – 5:00pm We provide morning and afternoon snacks. Parents or caregivers are responsible for supplying a nutritious lunch. Calendar Our school year begins on September 2nd and aligns with the Minneapolis Public School calendar for holiday and weather closings. We have parent/teacher conferences in October and April to collaborate on your child’s development. Click here to view our school calendar. Rosebay Montessori Summer School Summer program 2026 - Details to come soon! EMAIL US The child who has felt a strong love for his surroundings and for all living creatures, who has discovered joy and enthusiasm in work, gives us reason to hope that humanity can develop in a new direction. - Dr. Maria Montessori

< Back Beauty Cultivating a deep beauty in all things Dr. Montessori wrote that schools should be aesthetically engulfing and culturally enriching for children. Wildflower schools live into this through the choices we make about materials and fine art, interior designs that burst with beauty and communicate to children, teachers and families that they are valued, and by welcoming working artists as a part of the prepared environment. All of us – adults and children – explore and cultivate the beauty of our inner landscapes through mindfulness practices, and seek to carry that beauty into our relationships with each other. Previous Next

< Back Nature Emphasizing the nonseparation between nature and humans At Wildflower schools, we cultivate each child’s direct relationship with the natural world, by attending to and going out into the nature that surrounds us and by bringing abundant plant life into our schools so that children learn to care for their living environment. We limit each school’s physical footprint and minimize its impact on the environment, including through the choice of sustainable, nontoxic and earth-friendly materials whenever possible. We maintain nutritional standards that are earth-conscious and protect natural, healthful diets for children. Previous Next

Item List Beauty Cultivating a deep beauty in all things Read More Equity A Commitment to Equity Read More Home A Seamless Learning Community Read More Innovation A Laboratory for Innovation Read More Montessori An Authentic Montessori Environment Read More Nature Emphasizing the nonseparation between nature and humans Read More Network Advancing an ecosystem of independent schools Read More Shopfront Neighborhood-nested in partnership with the community Read More Teacher-Led Small and Non-hierarchical Read More

< Back Beauty Cultivating a deep beauty in all things Dr. Montessori wrote that schools should be aesthetically engulfing and culturally enriching for children. Wildflower schools live into this through the choices we make about materials and fine art, interior designs that burst with beauty and communicate to children, teachers and families that they are valued, and by welcoming working artists as a part of the prepared environment. All of us – adults and children – explore and cultivate the beauty of our inner landscapes through mindfulness practices, and seek to carry that beauty into our relationships with each other. Previous Next

< Back Teacher-Led Small and Non-hierarchical Wildflower schools are 1-2 room schools with the faculty both teaching and administering the school. Wildflower teachers-leaders are partners and social entrepreneurs, responsible primarily to themselves and each other for every aspect of their school and its overall success. By preserving a small scale, teacher-leaders are able to make day-to-day decisions that respond to the needs of the children and school-wide decisions that express their own vision in the context of the needs of children, families and themselves. Previous Next