The education of a young child does not aim at preparing him for school, but for life." Dr.
Maria Montessori. Our Montessori program is a unique cycle of learning designed to take advantage of the childs sensitive periods between 6 weeks and 6 years when they can absorb information easily from a prepared enriched environment.
Children are provided with stimulating activities and structure in an environment which works to prepare them for a lifetime of learning well beyond their years of formal education.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1978
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The education of a young child does not aim at preparing him for school, but for life." Dr. Maria Montessori. Our Montessori program is a unique cycle of learning designed to take advantage of the childs sensitive periods between 18 months and 6 years when they can absorb information easily from a prepared enriched environment. Children are provided with stimulating activities and structure in an environment which works to prepare them for a lifetime of learning well beyond their years of formal education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Pennington Montessori School?
The application deadline for Pennington Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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