Welcome to Hill Country Montessori School, the only institution in the greater San Antonio area that is nationally accredited by the American Montessori Society (AMS) and AdvancED. Since 1981, our school has forged a path of excellence in Montessori programs and has been the leading choice for Montessori, advanced preschool, elementary, and middle school education.
We provide a customized education based on your child’s needs and development, as well as promote joy-filled learning, character expansion, exploration, independence, and integrated development. Our community brings together Lead Teachers who are Montessori-certified and professionals of the highest academic and personal caliber to ensure your child is nurtured to their full potential.
Thank you for your interest in HCMS. We look forward to showing you around our flourishing campus!
Hill Country Montessori School seeks to develop the whole child in preparation for a lifetime of personal fulfillment and contribution to society. Discover how our students of all ages and beliefs are able to reach their highest potential in the educational system and beyond.
Learn about our scientifically-demonstrated & holistic-based educational programs exclusively designed for infants through middle school students.
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Learn what sets HCMS apart from traditional public and private education, as well as other Montessori schools.
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Grasp the essence of the HCMS experience and community to discover how our methods can transform your child’s life.
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We’re now enrolling students for Fall 2020! Learn about the HCMS admissions process, tuition, and aid.
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Check out our resources for parents and families, which include FAQs, additional Montessori information, and more.
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Schedule a tour of our campus to experience for yourself the authenticity of the HCMS method, environment and staff.
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“Our family has been a part of the HCMS community since the 2006-2007 school year. One of the best things about HCMS is the family feel on the campus. The teachers are much more than just teachers, it is very evident that they really care about our daughters. Both of our children started in the Toddler program. Our oldest is starting her junior year in high school, and she remains close to her HCMS teachers. Our youngest is starting her final year at HCMS, which is bittersweet.
The Montessori Method lends itself very well to different styles of learning, which in the case of our children was very important as they have very different styles of learning. HCMS allowed them to work at their own pace. Their time at HCMS has prepared them very well, not just for the next chapter in their education, but for life. They learned by example and by practice to become independent thinkers, to resolve conflict, to organize their time, and to care about not just themselves, but also those around them.”
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Sending our son and daughter to Hill Country Montessori School (HCMS) was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. At HCMS, our kids had the opportunity to grow both in the classroom and as leaders. HCMS teachers and staff are very invested in each child and both nurture and challenge them to develop to the fullest potential. Now that our children are in high school, it is very obvious to my wife and I that HCMS prepared our children to handle all challenges that come their way. We strongly believe in HCMS and value their partnership in helping to raise our children.
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This fall, the HCMS Running Club was formed to fill the gap left by the cancellation of the 2020 Cross Country season. HCMS 4th-8th grade students met each morning, before school, to work on running skills. The students then participated in an end-of-season 2-mile run at the Cibolo Nature Center in Boerne. Way to go, […]
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The HCMS Middle School students, along with help from STEM Coordinator, Mr. Alan, constructed a planetarium for a hands-on approach to studying astronomy. They used their new knowledge of radial coordinate systems to make an accurate representation of the stars in our October Sky with black, plastic sheeting. The planets visible at the time, Mars, Jupiter, […]
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Mikey and Tory joined the HCMS family in October 2019. As part of the Montessori practical life curriculum, the students care for Mikey and Tory on a daily basis making sure they have plenty of food, water, and personal attention. If you have not had a chance to meet Mikey and Tory make sure you […]
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Hill Country Montessori School, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, nationality, or ethnic origin in the administration of its policies or procedures.
HCMS follows Boerne ISD in emergency weather situations.
Any BISD delays or closures due to inclement conditions will apply to HCMS, as well.
Please listen/watch for local radio or television updates of closures and delays in our area.
Should weather begin to rapidly deteriorate during school hours, we again follow BISD regarding closures.
If such a situation occurs, parents will be notified via email and/or telephone calls, as available.