The only public Montessori School in Philadelphia, a high-performing, peace-centered educational alternative for children Kindergarten through 6th grade. Philadelphia Montessori Charter School (PMCS) excels at providing children in Kindergarten through 4th grade with a Montessori education in an environment that nurtures the whole child, celebrates inclusion, embraces innovation, and encourages collaboration with families. PMCS ignites the internal spark that leads to social, emotional and academic success.