2025-26 Application for Aspiring Schools

AMI/USA Aspiring Schools Program
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Submission of this application confirms you have read the 2025-26 AMI/USA Aspiring Schools Program details and you agree to the processes, policies, and costs. We are here to support you! Please contact AMI/USA with any questions.
2025-26 Application for Aspiring Schools

It is a requirement for certification that a school abide by all local, state and federal ordinances, statutes, rules and regulations. AMI/USA reserves the right to refuse or revoke certification whenever school activities are inconsistent with AMI/USA aims or when fees due are outstanding more than 30 days.
General Information

Answer all questions with reference to the situation at the time of completing the application and related to program levels seeking certificate only. Incomplete or inaccurate submissions can cause a delay in application review and processing.
School Name*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
School Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.
Website*
School Email*
Email to be listed on School Locator.
Administrator Name*
Name to be used as primary contact.
Administrator Email*
Email to be used as primary contact.
Administrator Title*
Click here if Public School*

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Traditional Public SchoolPublic Magnet SchoolPublic Charter School
Program Information
Select one or more program levels for this application. Assistants to Infancy includes all classes for ages 0-3, both Nido and Infant Community.*

Assistants to Infancy for ages 0-3Primary for ages 3-6Elementary for ages 6-12Adolescent for ages 12-18
Staff Information

The teacher for each class for programs seeking certification should be listed below. Diploma details are required for AMI trained teachers only and only at the level they are teaching. Be as complete as possible, this information will be verified. Teachers listed agree to AMI diploma verification. Include names of all teachers, whether they hold AMI diplomas.
0-3 Teaching Staff*
3-6 Teaching Staff*
6-12 Teaching Staff*
12-18 Teaching Staff*
Classroom Information

Note details for each class in programs applying for certification at the time of completing this application, including those taught by non-AMI teachers. Assistants to Infancy program level includes all classes for ages 0-3, both Nido and Infant Community. For all-day classes with two overlapping teachers, include both teacher names in the "Name of Teacher" field. For Elementary programs, list the number of children who attended an AMI 3-6 class.
0-3 Currently Operating Classrooms*
3-6 Currently Operating Classrooms*
6-12 Currently Operating Classrooms*
12-18 Currently Operating Classrooms*
Total number of children at program levels applying for certification*
Do all children attend school 5 days a week (4 or 5 days for Assistants to Infancy classes)?*

YesNo
If not, explain.*
Does your school meet state and local requirements?*

YesNo
If not, explain.*
Do any persons or institutions, other than those authorized by AMI, exercise pedagogical influence on the work of the teacher?*

YesNo
If yes, who and in what capacity?*
Please describe any state or local requirements that affect your achievement of the AMI Standards.*
Has the school administrator received an AMI Teaching diploma? AMI training for administrators is not a requirement.*

YesNo
Administrator Diploma Details
Pedagogical Questions

Answer all questions for program levels seeking certification at the time of completing this application. Provide explanations in the comments area when requested.
Answer the following questions for ages 0-12.
Is every class in the age groups applied directed by an AMI diploma holder at that level?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Is there team teaching or more than one Montessori trained adult presenting lessons in a classroom?

YesNo
If yes, please explain.
Is each teacher with the group of children for both morning and afternoon work periods?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Do the children stay in their classroom environments for both morning and afternoon work periods?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Is there more than one assistant in any classroom?

YesNo
If yes, please explain.
Is there a complete set of AMI approved materials for each classroom?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Answer the following question for ages 0-3.
For the Infant Community, is there a 2-hour uninterrupted work period every morning?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Answer the following questions for ages 3-6 and 6-12.
For Primary and Elementary programs, is there a 3-hour uninterrupted work period five mornings per week?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
For Primary and Elementary programs, are specialized subjects scheduled during the work period?

YesNo
Provide details on how special subjects are taught (number of children in each group, pullouts vs independent choice).
Answer the following questions for ages 12-18.
Is there at least one AMI diploma holder functioning as the lead teacher or as a team member who is in a position to offer pedagogical guidance to the team? Note: multiple adults, both generalists and specialists, are expected to collaborate as a team, guided by Montessori principles, for the third plane.

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Are there adequate and necessary materials and tools to support the independent and collaborative work of the community?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Are long work cycles included in the schedule?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Are integrated Study and Work opportunities central to the adolescents’ experience?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
Are practical work responsibilities part of everyday life?

YesNo
If not, please explain.
AMI/USA Membership Information
Membership Requirements for the AMI/USA Aspiring Program
- For ages 0-12, the administrator and each classroom teacher must have current AMI/USA memberships through June 30, 2026.
- For ages 12-18, the lead teacher and administrator are required to have a current AMI/USA membership through June 30, 2026.
For Affiliated and Associated programs, AMI/USA membership is required for all teachers even if they are not AMI trained.

All are welcome to join!

Membership Tiers:

$125 Supporter Level
$175 Champion Level
$250 Ambassador Level
$350 Ambassador Plus

List name, email and level for all whom a membership fee will be for paid below.
Membership Form*
General Comments - List any special needs or comments that will assist in the review process.
Payment Details

Make the appropriate selections below that align with the documentation provided in this application. All fees are prepaid. Applications are reviewed only after payment is received.

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Application FeeThe application fee is non-refundable.

$100.00 Quantity

Membership Supporter LevelMembership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

$125.00 Quantity

Membership Champion LevelMembership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

$175.00 Quantity

Membership Level AmbassadorMembership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

$250.00 Quantity

Membership Level Ambassador PlusMembership fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

$350.00 Quantity

Aspiring School Certificate FeeIndicate the total number of classrooms seeking certification.

$500.00 Quantity

Total

$0.00

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Expiration Month

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Billing Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City

State / Province

Postal / Zip Code

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Signature

I hereby certify that the statements set forth in this application are true. My signature confirms that I have read the 2025-26 AMI/USA Aspiring Schools Program details and agree to the processes, policies, and costs of the programs.
Signature - Administrator Initials*
Signature - Administrator Name*
Signature - Administrator Title*
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In becoming an AMI/USA Member School, your program is participating in the vitality of our organization and helping to continue the legacy of Montessori education. Your partnership is sincerely appreciated!
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AMI/USA Aspiring Schools Program

2025-26 Application for Aspiring Schools

General Information

Program Information

Staff Information

Classroom Information

Pedagogical Questions

Answer the following questions for ages 0-12.

Answer the following question for ages 0-3.

Answer the following questions for ages 3-6 and 6-12.

Answer the following questions for ages 12-18.

AMI/USA Membership Information

Payment Details

Signature