Canterbury Academy at Shawnee Crossings
in Shawnee, Kansas

About Canterbury Academy at Shawnee Crossings

Canterbury Academy at Shawnee Crossings is conveniently located near Shawnee Mission Parkway and the K-7 in Shawnee, Kansas. We first opened our doors in 2006 and we strive every day to create an enriching environment where your child will thrive.

Our trained, qualified, and caring staff takes a hands-on approach to learning and provides quality programming and dedicated teachers for children ages 1-5. Our students are encouraged to be active and creative explorers, as well as independent, self-confident, and inquisitive learners. Each child is treated as an individual and encouraged to progress at his or her natural ability while still reaching desired age-level goals.

Programs Offered:

• Infants Daycare (ages 6 weeks to 1 year)
• Toddler Daycare (ages 1 to 2.5)
• Preschool (ages 2.5 to 4)
• Pre-Kindergarten (ages 4 to 5)

Our Philosophy

Our primary objective at Canterbury Academy is to provide the most enriching environment to facilitate a child’s development. We believe that every child has the ability to learn and to teach, and that a child who enjoys learning will always seek challenges in life.

Our programs are based upon the Montessori principles of self-direction and experiential education. We promote a thoughtful and sensitive atmosphere in each classroom, and we support cooperation between children as they learn from one another.

What Makes Us Unique

Canterbury Academy schools are known for our warmly decorated, homelike environment. Our family-friendly policy is one that welcomes parent visits any time of the day. We host monthly events and parties celebrating major holidays that create a fun, celebratory feel on campus. We also offer age-appropriate playgrounds and outdoor learning environments.

We are conveniently located in western Shawnee near Shawnee Mission Parkway and the K-7. Some of our neighboring communities include Grey Oaks and Bristol Ridge. We are proud to serve the following elementary schools: Horizon, Prairie Ridge, Clear Creek, Ridgeview, and Belmont.