alegria Montessori school
Our Programs.
A prepared environment that supports every stage of development — from toddlers discovering the world to adolescents building leadership skills.
Our administration Faculty
Meet Our Admin.
MACTE-credentialed administrators & teachers who have shaped the Alegria community for years — each with deep training and a passion for following the child.
Sara Madle.
founding director
Sara Madle is the founder of Alegria Montessori School. She has over 30 years of teaching experience with both Montessori and English as a Second Language (ESOL). Her experience includes working with children and adults, in both private and public schools, from Washington DC to Hawaii to St. Petersburg. Sara has a BA in Spanish/Latin American Studies from American University in Washington DC, along with her Preprimary 3-6 Montessori certification from Chaminade University. Sara later completed her ESOL endorsement and MA in Reading through the University of South Florida. Finally, Sara completed her Specialist (EdS) degree in Montessori Elementary Education through Barry University. Sara has three wonderful children, Austin, Kiana, and Sophie.
Nicki Arango.
Director & Primary Coordinator
Born and raised in Minnesota, Nicki moved to St. Petersburg in 2011 and has been at Alegria ever since. She worked in a Montessori school in Minnesota for 7 years before joining Alegria as a lead 3–6 teacher. She obtained her Montessori training for children aged 3-6 from Palm Harbor Montessori Teacher Education Center and has her degree in Business with a focus on Organizational Leadership and Management. Nicki is the level-coordinator of the 3-6 classrooms and oversees the kindergarten program. Outside of work Nicki enjoys reading, running, and spending time with her husband Andres and son Julian.
Stephanie Mussett.
upper campus director
Stephanie has been at Alegria Montessori since 2013. She has been working in Montessori education for over a decade and holds a B.A. in Psychology and an M.Ed. in Montessori Interdisciplinary Studies. Stephanie also has her AMS certifications for Elementary I & II and Administration. Stephanie enjoys spending time with her two sons, Zachary and Benjamin, who attend Alegria.
Ready to Visit
Come See Children’s House in Action.
Group tours are scheduled at 9:30 on specific days of the week. Call to book a time and meet our team.