I like some of the ideas the style offers etc but personally, the types of families that fit best with my style of parenting etc aren't looking for this. Here if you say "Montessori" you get lots of AP parents, mostly secular/nature based religion (I'm a Christian provider), organic foods, non-chemical cleaners, no vax, etc. There is nothing wrong with those, but it's such a different style I feel like it's more often then not, not a good fit (for my program). I'm happy to direct them to the Montessori school that's beautiful and only 5 minutes from here (another reason I wouldn't do it, there is some demand for that style, but not a ton).
But yeah, I'd start by looking in the area at what's already there, talking with parents to see if there's an interest for this etc. And if you can tour, meet with other Montessori providers, that would be a great way to learn more about it!

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