219 Madison Avenue South, Bainbridge Island, WA, USA
Infant Classroom
Infant Classroom
Infant Classroom
The Infant Classroom is called the "Nido", or nest, is a peaceful, nurturing, home away from home for infants of 3 - 18 months to develop independence, mobility, and sensorial exploration. The routines of the Infant Room are based on the the individual needs of the child. Our Montessori Guide works closely with each child and their family
The Infant Classroom is called the "Nido", or nest, is a peaceful, nurturing, home away from home for infants of 3 - 18 months to develop independence, mobility, and sensorial exploration. The routines of the Infant Room are based on the the individual needs of the child. Our Montessori Guide works closely with each child and their family through this wonderful time of growth and milestones.
The Infant Classroom has a maximum of 8 children.
Toddler Classroom
Infant Classroom
Infant Classroom
The Toddler Classroom hosts children from 18 months to 3 years. The prepared environment offers a calm setting for children to practice hands-on learning in a beautiful and orderly environment. The use of accessible materials, freedom of movement, and child-sized furniture and fixings encourage independence and self-directed play. The cla
The Toddler Classroom hosts children from 18 months to 3 years. The prepared environment offers a calm setting for children to practice hands-on learning in a beautiful and orderly environment. The use of accessible materials, freedom of movement, and child-sized furniture and fixings encourage independence and self-directed play. The classroom is rich in language materials and opportunities for children learn and grow and describe the world around them.
The Toddler Classroom has a maximum of 10 children.
Primary Classroom
Infant Classroom
Primary Classroom
The Primary Classroom is an educational environment curated to support the the development of a child of 2 1/2 to 7 years old. Children follow their own interests in the prepared classroom and work at their own pace. The diverse ages of the classroom allow for the opportunity for more experienced children to give lessons, no matter their
The Primary Classroom is an educational environment curated to support the the development of a child of 2 1/2 to 7 years old. Children follow their own interests in the prepared classroom and work at their own pace. The diverse ages of the classroom allow for the opportunity for more experienced children to give lessons, no matter their age. Children receive individualized lessons from guides in various categories. These categories are represented by an area of the classroom and include Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, Art, Geography, Science and Social Emotional Learning, called "Grace and Courtesy".
The Primary Classroom has a maximum of 19 children.
Bainbridge Island Montessori: School or Daycare?
Bainbridge Island Montessori is a children’s school, not a daycare facility.
There are many differences that separate the operations of a school apart from a daycare. Notable differences are hours, cost, educational requirements of staff, low student to teacher ratios, curated curriculum and implementation, and teacher meetings, trainings and continued education.
The calendar, hours, and schedule offered at Bainbridge Island Montessori reflect that of a school’s schedule with respect to the age of the child. The calendar includes regular school breaks and federal holidays. The day allows for the teacher to connect with each child and family, give lessons, and collect and record data concerning the child’s growth and development all while maintaining optimal care for the children in the classroom. Costs of daycare facilities can be much lower than that of schools, with the predominant reason being staff salaries to accommodate for the education and professional expertise necessary to be a Montessori teacher. Schools require more teachers present in a classroom than in a daycare setting. These teachers are needed to help care for the children while lessons are prepared, given, and recorded. In our school, each child is on their own developmental journey and therefore has their own uniquely designed curriculum planned and implemented by their teacher. This involves great observation, consideration, and preparation on the part of the teacher, requiring good training and practice. At our school, teachers meet in teams weekly to discuss each child, the classroom, and day to day operations to collaborate and enhance the program and the experience of the child and family. Montessori schools also need to maintain high quality, educational materials that promote healthy development and higher learning. Montessori lead teachers, or Guides, are required to have a bachelor’s degree as well as a Montessori certification.
More About Us
Bainbridge Island Montessori was founded in 2018 by born and raised islander, Jackie Sugden. She conceptualized Bainbridge Island Montessori with the mission of giving back to the community that fostered her personal growth and successes as a young learner, as well as promoting the ideals of the Montessori Method - lasting peace through education. Late 2021, Bainbridge Island Montessori opened its second location, BIM Winslow, across the block from the original, BIM Madison - the "Snail School" . In 2025, the Snail School became licensed to care for infants. Bainbridge Island Montessori follows the BISD calendar and runs through the summer months. Goooo Snails!
Jaclyn Maria Sugden
Primary Guide/Director/Owner
In the Seattle area, Jackie has worked with some of the most prestigious Montessori institutions in the area as both a Guide and administrator, notable work history includes her position as Primary Guide at Northwest Montessori and Assistant Director at Minor Avenue Children's House.
Jackie is dedicated to the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori and the intrinsic model of peace education, community, and empowerment of the individual within the Montessori Method. She considers herself to be a traditional Montessorian.