National Center for Montessori in the Public Sector

The National Center for Montessori in the Public Sector (NCMPS) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Washington, DC. Employing 25 individuals, NCMPS focuses on expanding access to quality Montessori education within the public school system. NCMPS works to establish robust public Montessori programs throughout the United States by providing comprehensive support to schools and educators. This includes direct implementation assistance, such as start-up guidance, teacher training, assessments, coaching, and access to a library of practical tools and resources. NCMPS partners with communities and schools, impacting the lives of tens of thousands of children in public Montessori programs annually. NCMPS believes that strong public Montessori programs can positively impact communities by addressing issues of racism, poverty, and structural inequality. They foster a network of teachers, leaders, policymakers, and researchers dedicated to child-centered development and the transformative power of Montessori education. To learn more about NCMPS and their initiatives, visit their website at public-montessori.org.