Our Story

Rooted in Clear Lake.
Grown with Love.

Clear Lake Montessori Garden
Est. 1973

For over 50 years, Clear Lake Montessori School has been a second home for families right here in our community. Founded in 1973, our campus is more than just a building—it is a living ecosystem designed for discovery.

As a Full Member of the American Montessori Society, we stay true to the authentic method. Our classrooms flow naturally into our outdoor learning spaces—including our cherished vegetable and butterfly gardens.

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Proudly partnered with Topzeal Education since 2016, bringing international resources and innovation to our local Clear Lake community.

Heping Chen
Global Leadership

Heping Chen

Chairman, Topzeal Education

"Our vision is to deliver high-quality Montessori education that nurtures the whole child. We believe in creating environments where curiosity thrives and every student is empowered to shape their own future."

Partnering with Clear Lake Montessori since 2016 to bring international resources and educational innovation to the Houston community.

Inclusive

Fostering a diverse, accepting community for every child.

Responsible

Teaching care for self, others, and our environment.

Collaborative

Encouraging teamwork and shared learning daily.

Empowering

Inspiring confidence and independent thinking.

Our Vision

Cultivating Global Minds

We envision a future where every child grows into an independent, compassionate thinker—confident in their abilities and ready to embrace a connected world.

Our Mission

Nurturing the Whole Child

To provide a scientifically prepared environment that nurtures emotional, intellectual, and physical growth—partnering with parents to empower happy, curious learners.

Our Values

The Three Respects

Respect for Self Respect for Others Respect for the Environment
Our Guides

Our Dedicated Leadership

Meet the directors who set the standard for our campus. To see our full family of teachers, please visit our roster below.

Tam Nguyen

Tam Nguyen

Director in Curriculum
Thomas Chen

Thomas Chen

Director in Operations
Madhu Deb

Madhu Deb

Assistant Director
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Happy Montessori Parent
What Parents Say

"Due to the Montessori philosophy, every item has a place, and the kids really take care to place items back where they belong—even my 2 year old!"

Toddler Parent

"I toured 5 local daycares before choosing this one. It’s a caring, warm, safe environment and overall has a chill vibe. The small classroom sizes make childcare feel like a community."

Preschool Parent

"I was a nervous parent with many special requests, but the teachers provided the best support and never judged me. My daughter blossomed here."

Infant & Toddler Parent

"The Montessori method for learning reading and math here is amazing—so hands-on and visual. Both of my kids have learned independence and confidence."

Kindergarten Parent

"A HUGE plus is that they offer Spanish and Mandarin immersion. This school feels like a tight-knit family community where every single teacher knows my kids."

After School Parent

More than just a joyful place