Teachers
Jessie Field, director, joined Creative Montessori School in 2013. Jessie discovered the Montessori method when her children went through the program at Creative Montessori School. After observing their growth, volunteering in the classroom, and earning her Montessori credentials, she took over the program. Formerly a state-certified teacher and public elementary school teacher, she brings her training, knowledge, and understanding of child development to help guide the curriculum, staff, and school climate at Creative Montessori School.
Jennifer Highland, lead teacher, has experience as a Montessori parent, assistant, lead teacher, and director of her own program. With over 30 years experience in the Montessori environment, Jennifer’s training in both primary and elementary Montessori education allows her to teach students at all levels of development. Her understanding of the curriculum sequence as well as calm, focused one-on-one lessons provide students with the scaffolding they need to succeed.
Kanchan Ramkumar Singh, assistant, has a master’s degree in economics and a postgraduate diploma in international business. She began her interest in Montessori when her daughter attended CMS. Kanchan has completed Montessori Assistant Teacher Preparation course and continued to grow in her Montessori experience with her years at Creative Montessori School. Her patience, commitment, and dedication to the students adds to the warm classroom environment.
Angela England, aassistant, has her BA from Asbury University. Angela’s three children all attended Creative Montessori School. With her children now in school, Angela is able to join us as a full time assistant. Angela brings with her a sense of order, focus, and gentleness that allows her to guide students as they grow in all Montessori areas.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Susan Vorhis founded Creative Montessori School in 1998 and continues to serve as the president of the board. She has a master’s degree in early childhood education and a teaching certificate from the American Montessori Society for ages 2 ½ to 6. She has been teaching Montessori for over 30 years and brings her expertise as an advisor to the current staff.
Creative Montessori School does not discriminate in enrollment or any other policies on the basis of race, religion, or ethnic or national background.
Testimonials
“Thank you for giving my children the best foundation for learning I could have imagined.”
–Irene Hong-McAtee
Our Approach
Our warm and caring teachers have been educating children in Central Kentucky since 1998. Our small size encourages close relationships with our parents and families.
What Is Montessori?
- individualized curriculum
- multi-age groupings
- freedom of movement
- well trained teachers
Enrollment Is Open!
We are currently scheduling visits for families interested in enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year which begins Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025 and ends Thursday, May 21, 2026.