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Welcome to Palmer Park Preparatory Academy, a premier Montessori school serving PreK through 8th grade in the University District. With approximately 430 students, our Montessori classrooms offer a child-centered approach where learners explore, create, and collaborate to reach their full potential. We blend multiple grades in a single classroom, fostering independence, critical thinking, and a love of learning. Alongside our dedicated teachers and staff, students benefit from a supportive community and active PTA, ensuring every child thrives academically, socially, and personally at Palmer Park Preparatory Academy.
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