This small group tour is to share the successes and challenges of renowned Montessori Adolescent Programmes in the USA and Mexico.
This unique tour has been created for those working in, wanting to work in, wanting to improve, wanting to learn more about, Montessori Adolescent Programmes.
Included in cost: 12 nights accommodation and all hotel taxes, most ground transportation, some meals and some flights.
COST per person: From USD 5550
PLEASE NOTE: Prices quoted are based on current applicable fuel prices, tax structure, air fares, hotel rates, rate of exchange at time of publication, etc. Should there be an increase or decrease in any of these elements, the quoted price is subject to change.
This itinerary will be a work in progress and what we end up doing on some days may be different to what is stated here. All will be done to ensure the tour proceeds as per the itinerary whilst maintaining the integrity of the tour. Should this happen your understanding and cooperation will be appreciated.
12 nights' accommodation with most breakfasts, hotel taxes, and service charges
Meals as stated in the itinerary
Private transport as per the itinerary
Visits to 3 Montessori Adolescent Programmes
Flights within the USA and Mexico as per the Itinerary
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Drinks including alc
Early check-in/late check-out (unless required)
Overweight luggage
Personal expenses
Passport requirements
Visa as required
Compulsory Comprehensive Travel Insurance
Tips and Gratuities
Other services not listed in "Inclusions"
International flights to the USA and from Mexico
Golden, Colorado
Visit Compass Montessori School, a public Montessori school offering Montessori programmes from early childhood to adolescent.
https://www.compassmontessori.org
Huntsburg, Ohio
Visit Hershey Montessori Farm School, one of the best Montessori adolescent farm programmes serving adolescents aged 12 - 18 years.
https://hershey-montessori.org/about/huntsburg-campus/
Houston, Texas
Visit Post Oak Montessori School, a private Montessori school on two campuses, offering Montessori from early childhood to adolescent.
https://www.postoakschool.org/academic-programs
Chihuahua, Mexico
Visit Colegio Montessori de Chihuahua, the oldest Montessori school in Mexico, established in 1962.
Contact Roelie for further question and information montessoritoursandtravel@gmail.com
www.montessoritoursandtravel.com
+61 (0) 432 372 193 (WhatsApp)
This Itinerary will be a work in progress and what we end up doing on some days may be different to what is stated here.
All will be done to ensure that the tour proceeds as per the Itinerary whilst maintaining the integrity of the tour. Should this happen, your understanding and cooperation will be appreciated.
This tour will be conducted in English with local guides and local drivers.
Saturday, 18 April 2026 - Golden
Tour starts in Golden Colorado. Make your way to the Table Mountain Inn, Golden and check in. Meet your fellow travellers for dinner tonight.
Accommodation: Table Mountain Inn https://www.tablemountaininn.com
Meals: Dinner
Sunday, 19 April 2026 - Golden
Free day in Golden to acclimatise to the high altitude and orientate yourself to the USA culture. Perhaps visit Denver, go sightseeing, rest, explore the streets and shops of Golden, tour the Coors beer factory, learn about the local mining industry. There is lots to do and much to see in and around beautiful Golden.
Accommodation: Table Mountain Inn
Meals: Nil
Monday, 20 April 2026 - Golden
Visit Compass Montessori School - a public charter Montessori school - https://www.compassmontessori.org/
Meet Dr Cameron Gehlen the Executive Director at Compass and other staff members. Visit both the Wheat Ridge Campus (primary / elementary) and the Golden Campus (secondary). Mingle with the staff and students and listen to the story of the school’s history. Hear about the administration of the school, overviews of the plan of study and work and how the school has implemented the curriculum for the 12 - 18 year old students followed by a Q & A Session.
Accommodation: Table Mountain Inn
Meals: Lunch
Tuesday, 21 April 2026 - Golden to Painesville, Ohio (2 nights)
Depart Golden for Denver. Fly from Denver to Cleveland and continue by private transport onto Painesville, Ohio.
Accommodation: Steele Mansion https://steelemansion.com/
Meals: Breakfast
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 - Painesville
Visit Hershey Farm School. the campus for older children. - https://hershey-montessori.org/
Meet Paula Leigh-Doyle the Head of School, John Buzzard the Director of the Huntsburg Campus and Linsay Fiore the Office Coordinator. Meet with some of the staff and students and hear the story of the history of the school and campuses. Hear about the administration of the school, overviews of the plan of study and work and how the school has implemented the curriculum for the 12 - 18 year old students followed by a Q & A session. Enjoy lunch with some of the school guides
Accommodation: Steele Mansion
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Thursday, 23 April 2026 - Painesville to Houston, Texas (3 nights)
Morning activities / presentation at Hershey Farm School followed by lunch with the students. Drive via private transport to Cleveland for flight to Texas.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Houston Medical Center Galleria
https://www/crowneplaza.com/HouMedCtr
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Friday, 24 April 2026 - Houston, Texas
Post Oak School Tour - https://www.postoakschool.org/
Meet Maura Joyce the Head of School. Enjoy a tour of the school, meeting staff and students and hear the story of the history of the school and campuses. Learn how Montessori Sports is implemented into the program and experience some of the activities offered to them. Hear about the administration of the school, overviews of the plan of study and work and how the school has implemented the curriculum for the 12 - 18 year old students followed by a Q & A session.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Houston Medical Center Galleria
https://www/crowneplaza.com/HouMedCtr
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday, 25 April 2026 - Houston, Texas
Today is a free day for you to explore, wander, shop, rest or catch up. There are many great things to do in the Houston area relating to history and culture.
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Houston Medical Center Galleria
Meals: Breakfast
Sunday, 26 April 2026 - Houston, Texas to Chihuahua, MEXICO
Fly to Chihuahua, Mexico. The rest of the day is free for you to orientate, explore, rest...
Accommodation: Chihuahua
Meals: Breakfast
Monday, 27 April 2026 - Chihuahua
Visit the Colegio Montessori School - https://www.cmdch.com/index-2.html
This Montessori school is the oldest Montessori school in Mexico. Meet Gilberto Botello, the Administrative Director. Enjoy a tour of the school, meet some of the staff and students and listen to the story of the history of the school and campuses. Hear about the administration of the school, overviews of the plan of study and work and how the school has implemented the curriculum for the 12 - 18 year old students followed by a Q & A session.
Accommodation: Chihuahua
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 - Chihuahua
Today is a free day. You may like to orientate yourself to the city or the culture of Chihuahua, go sightseeing, hop on a tour, or wander and explore as you wish.
Accommodation: Chihuahua
Meals: Breakfast
Wednesday, 29 April 2026 - Chihuahua
Meet with people involved with the ‘Horme’ - a network of projects and social programs that seek to generate a social impact through Montessori philosophy - https://horme.com.mx/home/
See firsthand how some of these projects are changing the lives of children in Chihuahua.
Accommodation: Chihuahua
Meals: Breakfast
Thursday, 30 April 2026- Chihuahua to Mérida, Mexico
Fly to Mérida, Mexico for International Montessori Congress (IMC)
Tour ends on arrival at Mérida.