Amherst Montessori School
27 Pomeroy Lane, Amherst, MA, 01002-0100 - View a map of this school Map
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The Amherst Montessori School, is a non-profit school serving families throughout the Pioneer Valley. AMS’ children range in age from 18 months to 10 years of age. Following the Montessori curriculum, our children study in multi-age groups at three levels: Toddler, Children's House and Lower Elementary. By providing an environment rich in learning materials and opportunities, the Montessori teacher enables the child to apply his/her curiosity in the most enriching way possible. Montessori teacher follows the child in his/her learning, actively. The teachers are “scientists of child learning.” They take copious notes and observe the children, following them, yet guiding them. ...read more  

School Overview:
Amherst Montessori School
School Level Elementary school
School Type Montessori School
School Membership(s) American Montessori Society (AMS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 4
County Hampshire County, MA
Student Body
Total Students 84 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( MA ) Elementary School Avg.
% Students of Color 23% 20%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 62 students
Kind - 9 students
Grade 1 - 5 students
Grade 2 - 4 students
Grade 3 - 1 students
Grade 4 - 3 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 12 teachers
This School ( MA ) Elementary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:7 1:16
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 190 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • The Amherst Montessori School, is a non-profit school serving families throughout the Pioneer Valley. AMS’ children range in age from 18 months to 10 years of age. Following the Montessori curriculum, our children study in multi-age groups at three levels: Toddler, Children's House and Lower Elementary. By providing an environment rich in learning materials and opportunities, the Montessori teacher enables the child to apply his/her curiosity in the most enriching way possible. Montessori teacher follows the child in his/her learning, actively. The teachers are “scientists of child learning.” They take copious notes and observe the children, following them, yet guiding them.
  • Profile last updated: 01/23/2007

School Zip Code:

About This Zip Code ( 01002 )
School Zip ( 01002 ) ( MA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 36,794 people 6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 74% 43%
Population Average Age 22 years old 36.5 years old
Average Household Size 2.5 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $42,567 $51,535
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.3 rooms 5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 38 years old 57 years old
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Zipcode (1002)



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% Owning / % Renting 48% / 52% 58% / 42%
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