Journey Montessori Academy is Lake Wylie’s only Montessori preschool. Celebrating 10 years in operation, we house a multi-aged classroom of 3, 4, and 5-year-olds. Our beautiful campus includes a bright and cheery homelike setting with a full set of primary Montessori materials. The outdoor environment hosts a natural playground, a garden, and an outdoor picnic area. Journey Montessori Academy is dedicated to implementing the Montessori Method of pedagogy including self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play. The school follows a traditional school calendar and is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
Meet The Director
- B.S. Early Childhood Education, Virginia Tech, 1997
- Classroom teacher, Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax, VA 1997-2002
- Intern, Park Road Montessori 2007-2008
- Earned American Montessori Society certificate 2008
Laura Self, Directress and Lead Teacher
A former elementary school teacher and stay-at-home mom, Laura discovered Montessori education after her own frustrations with finding a preschool home for her daughter. After visiting a primary Montessori classroom in action, she was driven to learn more. After moving to the Charlotte area to be near her extended family, Laura began a Montessori training program in the area. After Laura completed the program, as well as an internship at Park Road Montessori, Journey Montessori Academy was born. Laura, her husband, and her two children live in the Lake Wylie community.