Welcome to Imago Dei Montessori!

I’m so glad you’re here. At our online school, we believe every child has incredible potential and with the right environment, they can flourish in ways that last a lifetime. The Montessori method isn’t about rushing or forcing learning; it’s about trusting the process. When children are given freedom within structure, they naturally grow into confident, capable, and curious learners. In this short introduction, you’ll see how our approach nurtures not only academic skills but also independence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. The investment you make now, by trusting this process, pays off in the long run as your child develops the habits and confidence to thrive in school and in life.

What Does Imago Dei Mean?

'Imago Dei' *(pronounced ih-MAH-go DAY-ee) means “Image of God.” It comes from the belief that every human being is created with inherent worth, dignity, creativity, and purpose (Genesis 1:27).

At Imago Dei Montessori, this belief shapes everything we do. We view each child not as an empty vessel to be filled, but as a whole person! Capable, curious, thoughtful, and uniquely designed!

In a Montessori environment, this means:

Respecting the child’s pace
Trusting their capacity for growth
Encouraging independence and responsibility
Protecting their sense of wonder

At its core, Imago Dei Montessori is about honoring the individuality of each student, protect their natural love of learning, and cultivate an environment where their voice, ideas, and character matter.

What Parents Are Saying...

"Ms. Ashley is the gold standard. She embodies the Montessori principles in her approach with students and in every lesson. She is kind, knowledgeable, creative and cares deeply about her students. In addition, she has supported us as parents in our role in our son's Montessori education. It has been so exciting and inspiring to see our son learn and grow- Ms. Ashley has exceeded our expectations and for that we will forever be grateful!" -S.Kim (San Fransisco, USA)

"We first met Ms. Ashley in the summer of 2021, when she became our child’s guide. From the beginning, we were amazed by her patience and her willingness to support us as first-time parents—especially as we were new to Montessori. She even took the time to help our nanny understand how to bring Montessori principles into daily life. When our second child came along, Ms. Ashley was still by our side. Even now, with both children back in a brick-and-mortar school, we continue to work with her as our parent coach. We quickly realized that what worked for our first child didn’t always apply to our second, and having her guidance has been invaluable. Ms. Ashley has been with our family through so many transitions, and we’re deeply grateful for her ongoing partnership. She’s truly become a part of our family—even from across the country!" -P. Mitchell (New York, USA)

"Ms. Ashley is the only guide my youngest still talks about with such fond memories. Even after our move from the U.S. to Europe, with a few other options available in our time zone, we still chose to make the effort to stay in her class. She made our son feel loved, truly seen, and supported in his interests and natural curiosities. Many times I wished I could stay in her class myself instead of heading off to work! Thank you, Ms. Ashley! We miss you, but our family will always be grateful for the gift you’ve given us!!!!" R. Perez (Oxford, UK)

"I didn’t realize that Montessori had roots connected to faith and the Bible. Ms. Ashley’s approach to teaching faith is never forced , it’s presented in a way that is thoughtful, engaging, and genuinely intriguing. Even in a virtual setting, the lessons feel personal and meaningful. My daughter now shares the Bible stories she learns in class with her sibling at home, often retelling them in her own words. I especially appreciate how Ms. Ashley asks reflective questions at the end of each lesson, encouraging the children to place themselves in the story, wonder why events happened the way they did, and think critically about the message. It nurtures both faith and deep thinking. The materials are simple and accessible, with printable and DIY options provided when needed, making it easy to participate from home. These lessons have not only strengthened my child’s understanding of faith, but my own as well. We are truly grateful for the respectful, thoughtful way faith is woven into the Montessori experience!" A.Davis (San Diego, USA)