School Handbook
This Handbook explains how the school operates and outlines our official policies. It also presents guidelines, suggestions, and answers to questions that may arise throughout the year. Please click here to access the handbook.
Strategic Plan
Williamsburg Montessori School Strategic Plan 2023-2028
Supply List
Please click here to see a list of needed supplies.
2024-2025 Academic Year Calendar
Please click here to view the 2024-2025 calendar.
Inclement Weather Policy
In the event of severe weather WMS will close school when James City County School system is closed. On subsequent days of such weather, WMS will make its own determination of the advisability of opening school. If schools open two hours late WMS will open at 9:30 a.m. for ALL programs. WMS will send an automated message to parents by phone in the case of delays or closings, as well as posting information on the following:
- www.williamsburgmontessori.org
- WMS phone line recorded message
- SchoolReach phone announcement
Montessori Resources
- American Montessori Society
- Association Montessori Internationale
- North American Montessori Teachers Association
- Dr. Steve Hughes – Dr. Steven J. Hughes, PhD, LP, ABPdN is an assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology at the University of Minnesota Medical School and an avid proponent of Montessori education.
- Michael Olaf–The Montessori Shop – A resource for Montessori materials at school and at home.
- The Importance of a Simple Environment