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The Montessori School
The Montessori School is a vibrant and warm educational home designed to foster a love of learning and help all children reach their fullest potential at their own unique pace.
We strive to educate the whole child and inspire them to be caring, socially responsible participants in their community and world.
Our carefully prepared classrooms are staffed with highly qualified, Montessori-certified Lead Guides and specially trained staff.
Multi-aged classrooms allow the children to learn from one another and be valued contributors to the community and the classroom community.
We strive to educate the whole child and inspire them to be caring, socially responsible participants in their community and world.
Our carefully prepared classrooms are staffed with highly qualified, Montessori-certified Lead Guides and specially trained staff.
Multi-aged classrooms allow the children to learn from one another and be valued contributors to the community and the classroom community.
Quick Facts
Grade Levels: PreK, Middle School, Elementary
From the minute we enrolled our two kids, our experience has been second to none and we couldn’t be happier.​ - Steve A
𖡡 750 Howard St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Phone: (269) 349-3248
Kalamazoo Country Day School
Kalamazoo Country Day School is an independent, Pre-K through 8th grade school located in Portage, Michigan.
Our mission is to provide each student with a well-rounded, progressive, and compassionate education.
We keep class sizes small to ensure that every student receives individualized attention.
Our mission is to provide each student with a well-rounded, progressive, and compassionate education.
We keep class sizes small to ensure that every student receives individualized attention.
Quick Facts
Grade Levels: PreK, Young 5's, Elementary, Middle School
Oakland Academy
Oakland Academy is a tuition-free K–8 public charter school in Portage known for small classes, a calm environment, and strong relationships with families.
Families seeking a more personalized alternative to large districts choose Oakland. Flexible hybrid learning is also available.
Now enrolling!
Families seeking a more personalized alternative to large districts choose Oakland. Flexible hybrid learning is also available.
Now enrolling!
Quick Facts
Grade Levels: Young 5's, Elementary, Middle School
Open House: 2026 Open Houses: Mar 12, Apr 23 + May 14 from 5-6 PM
Portage Public Schools
Portage Public Schools prides itself on excellence in academics and extracurricular activities. Within the district are two traditional high schools, with one alternative high school, three middle schools, and eight elementary schools, serving nearly 8,600 students.
Students and graduates of Portage Public Schools achieve success both academically and in a wide range of extracurricular activities including the arts, athletics, science, forensics and debate, and community service.
Students and graduates of Portage Public Schools achieve success both academically and in a wide range of extracurricular activities including the arts, athletics, science, forensics and debate, and community service.
Quick Facts
Grade Levels: Elementary, High School, Middle School, PreK
Open House: Please visit portageps.com and go to the enrollment page for information and enrollment timelines.
"What makes me the most proud about our school district has to be the connections between the teachers and students here. The teachers genuinely care about us and are passionate about if we succeed or not."- student
St. Michael Lutheran School
As the only Christian school in Portage, St Michael Lutheran School has been exceeding academic standards for over 20 years!
We build compassionate relationships in the classroom and the community, where all are welcome, regardless of faith affiliation.
With Christ as the center of our education, we are committed to providing private, quality education at an affordable price.
Our high academic standards provide individualized attention from outstanding teachers. Our curriculum offers the greatest diversity of programming among area private schools.
• Technology integration supports meaningful learning
• Sports, Music & Visual Arts Programs encourage students to discover their passions
• Year-round Mission Projects cultivate compassionate leaders
• Certified Michigan Green School
• Tuition Assistance Programs available
• PPS bus pickup & drop-off point for K-8
We build compassionate relationships in the classroom and the community, where all are welcome, regardless of faith affiliation.
With Christ as the center of our education, we are committed to providing private, quality education at an affordable price.
Our high academic standards provide individualized attention from outstanding teachers. Our curriculum offers the greatest diversity of programming among area private schools.
• Technology integration supports meaningful learning
• Sports, Music & Visual Arts Programs encourage students to discover their passions
• Year-round Mission Projects cultivate compassionate leaders
• Certified Michigan Green School
• Tuition Assistance Programs available
• PPS bus pickup & drop-off point for K-8
Quick Facts
Grade Levels: Elementary, Middle School, PreK, Young 5's
My son has been attending St Michael for two years; both its academic and value systems are to be commended. My son has made great progress academically through the individual attention each teacher provides.
𖡡 7211 Oakland Dr, Portage, MI 49024
Phone: (269) 327-0512
