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Scatter Creek Montessori is a nature preschool for children ages 3-6 in Rochester, WA. We’re doing Montessori outside on the farm winter, spring, summer, and fall!

In recent years, science has overwhelmingly proven Maria Montessori’s observation (well over a century ago) that it is interest that leads to long-term, deep learning, and at Scatter Creek Montessori we are all about interest-led, joyful exploration and discovery in nature. Students’ purposeful work (dynamic play and focused activity) supports active learning that is driven by the child’s own interest throughout our farm campus. 

A Montessori peace curriculum is emphasized, nurtured through our interactions with one another and in nature each day. We celebrate differences, value problem-solving and collaboration, and embrace every kind of family and expression of individuality.

We are building a safe learning community! Learn more about our C19 precautions and procedures on the ‘More’ tab. We are an LGBTQ+ and POC founded and run business that celebrates and promotes diversity.

More about farm school mission and values here.


Look deep into nature,
and then you will understand everything better.

Albert Einstein

Scatter Creek Montessori embraces every child and family without discrimination.


Our farm is located on the ancestral lands of the Chehalis and Cowlitz indigenous peoples. Since time immemorial native people have practiced outdoor education and we are honored to be inspired by their example.