We Are Mercy
MERCY MONTESSORI provides a world-class education and a strong foundation for learning and discovery as Greater Cincinnati, Ohio’s first and oldest Montessori school. Mercy Montessori is a private, Catholic Montessori School offering a special educational and life experience for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. The student population is 305 pupils, with a student/teacher ratio of 15:1, ensuring that we know every child by name and can tailor an educational experience uniquely suited to each one. Mercy Montessori is a sponsored ministry of the Institute of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas and is a member of Mercy Education.
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Alumnus Profile: Nick Kolentse
Nick has been following his passion for teaching with his wife, Jessica. Their careers have taken them to South Korea, Myanmar, and most recently, Colombia. Together, with their young son, Theodore, the Kolentse Family has been sharing their gifts and talents with people across the globe. Mercy Graduation Year: 8th Grade Class of 1999…
36th Annual Mercy Metric Fun For All!
More than 160 racers laced up their shoes and hit the pavement at the 36th Annual Mercy Metric. Men, women, and children traversed the 5K and 10K courses at Lunken Playfield all in support of extra-curricular athletics at Mercy Montessori. Thanks to the efforts of the Athletic Boosters, over $2,500 was raised for our student…
Happy Birthday Maria Montessori!
On August 31st, Melissa and Noreen’s class celebrated the 144th birthday of Maria Montessori. The class learned about her life, work, and enjoyed cupcakes together. They even learned to say ‘Happy Birthday’ in Italian. It was fun to kick of the school year by celebrating this educational pioneer and founder of the Montessori…





