Classrooms At DMS

There are five classrooms at DMS.

Primary: The Loon’s Nest & The Puffin’s Nest

Ages 3 to 6 years ~ Preschool to Kindergarten

Elementary: The Heron’s Nest & The Osprey’s Nest

Herons: Ages 6 to 9 years ~ 1st - 3rd Grade

Ospreys: Ages 9 - 12 years ~ 4th - 6th Grade

Middle School: The Eagle’s Nest

Ages 12 - 14 years ~ 7th & 8th Grade

 Elements of a Montessori Classroom

Every classroom includes these elements:

  • multiage groupings

  • hands-on materials

  • Montessori-trained adults

  • Child-sized furniture

  • Organized curriculum areas

  • Choice & Movement

  • Bathrooms & a kitchenette

  • Prepared, organized environments


CLICK HERE for more about Montessori classrooms.


There is one more “classroom” to mention. The Owl’s Nest Office was named by the student body after noticing it was the only “classroom” that didn’t have a bird-related name. The Owl’s Nest is made up of Natalie Blake, Administrator, Becky Thompson, Administrative Assistant, and Shawnaly Tabor, Head of School. Becky and Natalie are the first smiles to greet you when you enter the office. Their purpose is to support the school, the parents and to do whatever needs to be done. If you need information and don’t know where to find it, head to the Owl’s Nest. If you have paperwork or a payment to turn in, head to the Owl’s Nest. If you just want to say “hi!” head to the Owl’s Nest.