Montessori Peaks Academy is a public charter school and a tuition-based preschool. The academy provides programs for students in kindergarten through grade six. Montessori Peaks Academy is based on the Montessori method of education. Montessori philosophy and methodology is based on the education of the whole child. This not only includes cognitive and academic development, it also concentrates on the emotional, physical and social development of the child. The children become self-learners and structure their own curriculum, working with and absorbing information at the time they are ready. It also offers before- and after-school child care and enrichment activities. The academy offers a range of activities, including student council, chorus, band, orchestra, student newspaper, art s and crafts and friendship clubs. Montessori Peaks Academy also organizes geography bee and spelling bee competitions and Math Olympiad. The academy s curriculum includes English, math, science, social studies and physical education. In addition, it operates a parent-teacher association that conducts several fundraising activities. Montessori Peaks Academy offers special education programs for gifted and talented students. It is located in Littleton, Colo.