Bridges Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2024)

2529 Conowingo Road
Bel Air, MD 21015

Bridges Montessori is dedicated to providing a nurturing and secure environment based on the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori.

This method is based on the use of hands-on, manipulative materials, which enable children to learn through all of their senses.

A child can feel a sandpaper letter while hearing the sound it makes, learn to differentiate smells, sounds, and tactile experiences, and become self directed through the prepared environment.

A Bridges student has the benefit of having the same teacher for three years; this establishes a relationship much deeper than that of a teacher and student in a traditional, one-year educational setting.

Bridges is an environment that cherishes the whole child.

We believe each individual is unique and deserving of our respect.

Bridges embraces the differences in everyone and strives to create a community of acceptance and joy, not only with the children, but with the family as well.

Our goal is to foster confident, independent learners with a high degree of self-discipline and a desire to continue to grow and learn.

Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked MD School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 91 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Bridges Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other Montessori association(s)
International Montessori Council (IMC)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Year Founded

2011

Student Body

Total Students

91 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Bridges Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by program(s) selected. Tuition pricing is available on our website.

Admissions Director

Brenda Reinhart

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Soccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Book Club, Craft Club, Drama Club, Soccer Shots, Yoga Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Piano Lessons

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Bridges Montessori School offer?

Bridges Montessori School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.

What is Bridges Montessori School's ranking?

Bridges Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Bridges Montessori School?

The application deadline for Bridges Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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