Maria Montessori International Academy

About Our School A group of educators and community members who believed in the Montessori philosophy of education for all children established the Montessori Academy of Indianapolis. Vivian Cain, our founder and lead directress, opened the school in 2001. The Academy is located in a charming historical home built in the late 1800s that has been remodeled for Montessori educational use. Our commitment to academic excellence is shown through our very extensive and enriched Montessori learning environment, low student-to-teacher ratios, and innovative approach to each child's individual learning style. We appreciate and encourage global diversity in our school population: students, families, and staff. Our curriculum reflects an awareness of the similarities and differences among people, language cultures, and religions. The basic Montessori philosophy of respect for every person is an important part of this commitment to diversity. Montessori Academy of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in hiring, promoting, or training of employees, nor in the admissions, rights, privileges, programs, and activities of its students.