International Montessori School of Latvia

The school blends Montessori principles with the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework to foster an inclusive, inquiry-based learning environment. It emphasizes student independence, critical thinking, and the development of internationally-minded, compassionate citizens. The approach values mixed-age classrooms and student-centered learning, where teachers act as guides to help children discover their potential.

The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for students aged 2.5 to 12, with plans to introduce the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16. The curriculum combines hands-on Montessori materials with the inquiry-based PYP framework, covering subjects such as music, art, physical education, and languages including Latvian, Russian, Ukrainian, and French. Students are grouped in mixed-age classrooms, such as the 3-6, 6-9, and 9-12 environments.

The school provides an English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme embedded within the morning work cycle to support students in literacy, vocabulary, and sentence formation. It also offers a Home Language Program in Ukrainian, Russian, and Latvian to provide literacy support and allow students to explore units of inquiry in their native language.

The admissions process begins with the submission of an interest form, followed by an individual meeting with the admissions director. Prospective students must then submit an application packet and participate in an entrance interview. Upon acceptance, families pay a non-refundable enrolment fee and a one-time capital fee to secure their child's place.

The school operates on a standard academic year calendar. Detailed calendars for both the preschool and the main school year are available for download on the school's website.

The main campus, opened in August 2024, is located on Mastu iela near Viesturdarzs Park. It features bright, spacious classrooms, a gym, a full cafeteria, an art room, a music room, a library, and two playgrounds. One preschool classroom is housed in an independent building, while the rest of the school is situated in the main campus building.

The school offers a range of after-school activities from 15:30 to 17:00, including Jiu-Jitsu, dance, and various sports, arts, and music programmes. These activities are available for an additional fee. Additionally, the school emphasizes the Montessori practice of "Going Out," where students extend their learning through visits to local museums, embassies, and historical sites.