Montessori School for 15 Months-8th Grade

Where independence and imagination grow in the heart of Houston

At St. Stephen’s, we nurture imagination, curiosity, confidence, and a true sense of belonging. We combine Montessori and Episcopal values, encouraging children to grow into independent learners and compassionate leaders.

For children 15 months to 3 years

Orientation

This program encourages independence, language, and confidence in a calm and caring environment.

Tour Our Toddler Program

At St. Stephen’s Episcopal School Houston, we nurture confident, compassionate and curious learners through authentic Montessori education. We believe that igniting a love of learning is the starting point for a lifetime of discovery and purpose.

Montessori Method

From toddlerhood through adolescence, we follow the child’s natural development with hands-on materials, freedom within structure, and respectful guidance.

Elevated Curriculum

We go beyond the basics. Our classrooms integrate math, language, science, art, and culture through Montessori methods that build focus, independence, and a love of learning.

Holistic Development

We care for the child as a whole by nurturing not only academic excellence, but also their physical, spiritual and social-emotional wellbeing.

The Montessori Journey

15 months to 2 years

Orientation

In our Orientation program, children feel safe, seen, and supported as they take their first steps toward independence, communication, and joyful learning.

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Key areas of learning:

3 years – Kindergarten

Primary

In our Primary program, children build focus, confidence, and a deep love of learning through hands-on exploration and purposeful work.

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Key areas of learning:

Math
Language
Science and Geography
Cultural Studies
Sensorial
Practical Life
Gross Motor & Physical Development

1st – 3rd grade

Lower Elementary

In our Lower Elementary program, students develop independence and responsibility as they learn to plan their work, think critically, and collaborate with others.

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Key areas of learning:

4th – 6th grade

Upper Elementary

In our Upper Elementary program, students strengthen self-management and research skills while engaging more deeply with complex ideas and real-world connections.

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Key areas of learning:

7th – 8th grade

Middle years

In our Middle Years program, students are challenged by an engaging, rigorous curriculum that encourages curiosity, leadership, and preparation for high school and beyond.

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Key areas of learning:

Montessori Method

We go beyond the basics. Our classrooms integrate math, language, science, art, and culture through Montessori methods that build focus, independence, and a love of learning.

Elevated Curriculum

From toddlerhood through adolescence, we follow the child’s natural development with hands-on materials, freedom within structure, and respectful guidance.

Holistic Development

We care for the child as a whole by nurturing not only academic excellence, but also their physical, spiritual and social-emotional wellbeing.

What the community is saying

St. Stephen's has a wonderful school culture that is kind, caring and peaceful. The staff are all wonderful and seem to be happy to be working with each other and the children. I love that the children get the chance to learn and grow at their own pace with the guidance of an extraordinary staff.

We love the culture and environment, small class sizes, and the school’s passion for helping students reach their full potential- you can feel this energy as soon as you walk on campus.

We love how caring, friendly and hard working the teachers are. Our child is very happy each day when we pick him up. We love that the school has so many activities for parents to get involved and know the community.

St. Stephen's is a very welcoming school and I feel like my child is becoming a more independent person day by day.

We have been incredibly impressed by everything the school offers. The quality of the education, the amazing staff, and the beautiful campus have all blown us away. We have already made fast friends with other students and families through the wonderful community meet ups and events. Most importantly our daughter actually wants to go to school in the morning and that is the highest endorsement I can think of.

St. Stephen’s has the most welcoming environment. The staff are very pleasant and seem genuinely interested in getting to know our child and our whole family.

SSESH is a nurturing, welcoming community that celebrates diversity and excels at following the child. My kids are curious about learning, enjoy the outdoors, and interact with kids of all ages, as well as grownups. They have learned independence and kindness.

The school is welcoming of everyone. I truly feel like my child is safe and cared for by the teachers. She is flourishing academically and she is happy there.

The teachers go above and beyond to ensure their students are receiving the best education academically but also socially and it feels like our children are really being nurtured in the classroom. We also love the community and how easy it is to interact and communicate with the staff and other parents. St. Stephen’s feels like part of our extended family.

Everyone is welcome isn’t just an empty slogan. You can see it in action every single day. So many different people from such diverse backgrounds all coming together and learning. It makes me heart sing!

We love the faculty and culture of family. It feels like a village. I love that my children are seen holistically, and that they are treated with deep levels of care and respect.

Our family loves the inclusivity, caring atmosphere, and engaging and versatile curriculum.

My child is taught to think big, self-regulate, and be curious. I love the school's inclusiveness, which is demonstrated at all levels. The teachers are excited to teach and engage with the kids. It is really such a great environment.

We love the teachers and staff. Love the small class sizes and the fact that it is such a close knit community.

The community is the best!

I love that we have found a school that supports both our kids in their own unique ways, and does so exceptionally well

The environment of the school is so welcoming and the teachers so loving and nice.

We love the community and the emphasis placed on the school being a kind, welcoming place for all. We also love the staff - a group of dedicated people who really care about the students.

Great education, nurturing environment, and wonderful community.

The teachers and staff are wonderful!

I value that my child be themself with no judgement. The school embraces their unique personality and elevates their strengths.

I love that my child is enjoying learning independently and proud of her accomplishments. I also love that she enjoys going to school again!

The teachers and staff are amazing

St. Stephen’s quickly became synonymous with home—a place where every individual is truly known, supported, and encouraged to grow. As educators, we are empowered to pursue our passions through meaningful professional development, allowing that enthusiasm to inspire curiosity and a love of learning in our students. The St. Stephen’s community has made me feel seen, valued, and invested in both as a teacher and a person.

Working at St. Stephen's answered a yearning I felt in the public sector to intervene in student learning the very moment that academic stressors began impacting a child, rather than waiting for paperwork and a formalized placement, whilst crafting a program, based on scientific evidence in student literacy and numeracy, that is responsive to the academic needs of all learners.

Working at St. Stephen’s has been such a rewarding experience because I have the privilege of caring for incredible students each day while being surrounded by a genuinely supportive and compassionate faculty and staff. The close-knit community makes everyone feel valued, creating an environment where both students and employees can truly thrive

I’m so proud to be a member of this amazing team who is so deeply committed to both academic excellence and the wellbeing of our students. The passion, heart and care they put into their work each day is visible in the smiling faces of our students.

From the moment I joined the SSESH community, I felt welcomed and supported. I am incredibly grateful to be part of such a warm, collaborative, and engaging environment

Specialist Classes

Learning comes alive through enriching  co-curricular classes

Every student at St. Stephen’s learns from dedicated specialist teachers in Art, Music, Spanish, Physical Education, and our innovative da Vinci Lab makerspace. These core curriculum offerings are woven into each child’s week, enriching their Montessori journey with hands-on exploration in robotics, engineering, world language, and the arts—all included as part of their regular school day.