Meet the Team: Getting to Know Teresa Aquino

At Waypoint Montessori, we often speak about the "legacy" of our school—the way our roots in the Colleyville community nourish the growth of our students year after year. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate a leader who is a vital part of that legacy. Please join us in a warm (re)welcome to Teresa Aquino as our Head of School.

While many of our newer families are just getting to know Ms. Aquino’s visionary leadership, many of our alumni families remember her as a cornerstone of our classroom community.

A Journey Rooted in Waypoint

Teresa is no stranger to the hallways of Waypoint Montessori. In fact, she served as a Classroom Guide here for over 15 years. During that time, she guided hundreds of children and partnered with countless parents to foster an environment of growth, respect, and deep Montessori practice.

Her return to Waypoint as Head of School represents a full-circle moment for our community. She brings with her not only a deep love for our specific campus and culture but also an incredibly distinguished career in Montessori leadership.

Expert Leadership & Global Perspective

Teresa’s professional background is as extensive as it is impressive. Her work has consistently focused on elevating Montessori standards and supporting the adults who guide our children:

• Distinguished Credentials: Teresa holds multiple AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) certifications, including 0-3, 3-6, and Montessori Coaching. She also holds a B.A. in Psychology from De La Salle University in Manila.
• A Proven Track Record: Before stepping into her current role, she served as an Education Director where she successfully transformed eight locations into thriving Montessori schools—three of which attained prestigious AMI recognition status.
• Advocating for Excellence: Teresa currently serves on the Board of the Montessori Institute of North Texas (MINT), a permanent training center dedicated to meeting the growing need for AMI-credentialed teachers in the DFW Metroplex.

Leading with Heart and Purpose

What makes Teresa the perfect fit for Waypoint is her ability to blend high-level administrative expertise with the heart of a Guide. Whether she is aligning pedagogy with organizational goals or simply walking the halls to observe the "magic" in our Toddler, Primary, and Elementary programs, her focus remains exactly where it should be: on the child.

In her role as Head of School, Teresa is dedicated to ensuring that Waypoint remains a beacon of authentic Montessori education in North Texas—a place where independence is nurtured, and every child is seen and respected.

Say Hello!

The next time you are on campus, please take a moment to say hello to Ms. Aquino. Whether you are meeting her for the first time or reconnecting after many years, you will quickly see why we are so fortunate to have her leading our school into its next bright chapter.