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Childrens House Montessori School

417 Montgomery Street
Highland Park, NJ 08904

Located in Highland Park, New Jersey, Children`s House Montessori School has been a mainstay in the community for over 30 years. Since 1970, our school has provided an outstanding and authentic Montessori education for children between the ages of 2-6. Children`s House is a full affiliate with the American Montessori Society (AMS), and a member of the North American Montessori Teacher Association (NAMTA), and licensed by the State of New Jersey`s Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS).

Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 34 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Childrens House Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other Montessori association(s)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

yes

Year Founded

1969

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

34 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

60%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Childrens House Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Please call for tuition costs

Admissions Director

Kristin Hannon

Admissions Associate

Enza Lillicrapp

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
Book club, Cooking

Arts and Music Programs:
Ballet, Tumbling, Yoga

School Notes

Recognized as one of the oldest Montessori schools in the state, Children's House Montessori School closely adheres to the Montessori principles, philosophy and Code of Ethics. Our head teachers and administrators (in addition to their BA degrees) are graduates of MACTE accredited teacher training programs. We have beautifully equipped indoor and outdoor environments, especially designed to meet the needs of young children. We welcome visitors and observers to our school. Please feel free to call or email us if you'd like a tour.

Source: Verified school update

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What is Childrens House Montessori School's ranking?

Childrens House Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Childrens House Montessori School?

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

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

Fantastic school -- our son went there for 2 years + 3 summers, & we can't recommend it enough.

- Posted by Parent - anne.

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Quick Stats (2024)

Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 34 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Middlesex County, NJ is $7,140 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).