Welcome to SMA
A peaceful, well-prepared Montessori environment where children grow in confidence, respect, and a lifelong love of learning.
The shell symbolizes a child’s transformation in the Montessori Spiral Curriculum.
SoundSide Montessori is proud to accept Child Care Aware® tuition assistance. This program helps military and eligible families access high-quality early childhood education. If you qualify, your child can join our Montessori community with support for tuition costs.
Founded in 2024, SMA was created to bring an authentic Montessori program to our community—beautiful, safe, and centered on the child.
We believe academic success is important, and so is emotional and social growth. Joy is effortless to find here. We aim to provide each child an individual, developmentally appropriate education within a full Montessori curriculum and philosophy.
The nautilus shell of our logo expresses the transformation within the child during the learning process of the Montessori Spiral Curriculum. The child is always the focus of everything we do—SMA is truly the children’s house.
“But the child, too, is a worker and a producer… the work of producing man…”
Dr. Maria Montessori | The Secret of Childhood
Explore our Montessori approachTo offer an authentic Montessori program within a nurturing school community.
To nurture children and families, fostering confidence, respect, and a lifelong love of learning.
Montessori environments thoughtfully prepared for each plane of development.
Interested in learning at home? Ask us about our online courses.
A calm, prepared environment where children choose meaningful work, build concentration, and grow into capable community members.
Materials are purposeful, beautiful, and arranged for independence—so children can do real work with real focus.
Guides observe and connect children with lessons at the right time, honoring individual development and curiosity.
Grace and courtesy, care of self and space, and collaboration help children practice empathy and responsibility.
“Free activity makes children happy… the important thing is that a child can construct a man through this free activity.”
Dr. Maria Montessori | The 1946 London Lectures
A team rooted in Montessori training, operational excellence, and deep care for children and families.
We serve with respect, integrity, and a commitment to improvement.
We respect each member’s needs, responding with compassion and kindness.
We empower students and teachers to thrive through high standards and growth.
Founder / Director
Ms. Dani is a Montessori child and dedicated educator with 13+ years of experience. She holds an AMS Early Childhood Teaching Certification, MACTE credentialed teacher status, and Department of Children and Families staff/director credentials, with experience across toddler, early childhood, elementary, and infant settings.
First Aid & CPR certified.
Founder / CEO
Mr. Bob brings 30+ years of leadership in multi-unit operations, recruiting, training, and team development. His collaborative leadership supports SMA’s operational excellence and strong community experience.
Director of Curriculum & Development / Head of School
Mrs. Doncea has 22+ years of Montessori experience with IMC Infant/Toddler certification, MACTE credentialed teacher status, and DCF staff/director credentials. She serves on the Montessori Academy of Naples board and volunteers with the IMC Accreditation Committee.
First Aid & CPR certified; formal study in Pedagogy and early childhood education.
We’re happy to share current tuition, availability, and next steps—reach out to schedule a tour or request enrollment details.
Child Care Aware® assistance is welcomed for eligible families.
“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Ms. Dani and the incredible impact she has had on my children and our family… Her classroom isn’t just a place for academics, it’s a place where my children have felt safe, valued, and excited to explore the world around them.”
Stefanie Hartman
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