Forbes Academy
Hi there!
Forbes Academy is an inclusive Montessori school educating children ages 18 months to 12 years old. We are a woman-owned, minority-owned, grassroots community dedicated to bridging the gap in education by creating a place where children with different strengths, abilities, and ways of learning can thrive together. Our curriculum blends the proven Montessori philosophy with modern innovation to create an individualized educational experience that recognizes each child's strengths, interests, pace and potential.
The Forbes Approach
At Forbes Academy, our philosophy is rooted in the belief that every child deserves a personalized and inclusive education that fosters their unique potential. Guided by the Montessori method, we prioritize hands-on, child-centered learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, independence, and a genuine love for learning.
Through careful observation and individualized guidance, children are given opportunities to progress at their own pace, build upon their strengths, and develop confidence as learners. By embracing different abilities, perspectives, and ways of learning, we create a community where children feel known, valued, challenged, and supported.
Our goal is to nurture confident, compassionate, and self-motivated learners who are prepared to become resilient explorers, empathetic citizens, and lifelong learners who are equipped to navigate a dynamic and interconnected world.
The Forbes Difference
At Forbes Academy, individualization is a the heart of how we teach. Our Montessori environment allows children with different strengths, abilities, learning profiles, and interests to learn and grow together, with individualized instruction and collaboration with specialists when appropriate.
Our approach extends beyond academics. Spanish bilingualism, fine arts, and purposeful technology are thoughtfully integrated into the Forbes experience, giving children opportunities to communicate, create, explore, and discover new strengths.
Whether a child is progressing through Montessori materials, developing biliteracy in Spanish, expressing creativity through the arts, or exploring technology, we strive to provide a balanced and enriching education that helps each learner grow with confidence and purpose.
Join us in transforming education and creating a brighter future for all learners.
The Montessori Method
The Benefits
The Montessori approach offers a proven foundation for academic and personal success. Montessori classrooms are designed to support natural development by providing:
-
Individualized Learning: Children progress at their own pace, with lessons tailored to their abilities and interests.
-
Fostering Independence: Students learn self-discipline and responsibility through purposeful work in a prepared environment.
-
Hands-On Exploration: Montessori materials encourage critical thinking and problem-solving by engaging the senses.
-
Focus on the Whole Child: Emotional, social, and cognitive growth are nurtured equally, helping children develop well-rounded skills.
-
Collaborative Environment: Multi-age classrooms promote peer learning, mentorship, and a strong sense of community.
In Action
While most traditional schools take a passive, textbook-style approach to learning, we help your children take an active role in their own education. Children work together in applying the proven ‘see one, do one, teach one’ technique used in high-performing careers like Medicine:
-
Students learn skills from listening to and watching their teacher (in ways that suit their learning styles)
-
They apply the skills through activities
-
Then they cement their knowledge and skills by teaching other students
When students teach other children, they not only solidify the skills they are learning and teaching, but they also grow in important life skills like listening, articulation, patience, empathy, leadership and more.