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Nature`s Way is located in NortheastKnoxvilleonsevenbeautifulwooded acres bordered by farm land.

The campus consists of threebuildings, a largeoutdoorareathatprovides opportunity forvariededucationalandrecreationactivities, an extensive NaturePreservewhichincludesmarkedenvironmental points of interest,and woodedareasaccessibletostudents for play.

The school openedin 1982 with twenty preschoolchildrenandsincethen has has grownto serve approximately 160studentseachyearthrough the 8thgrade.

Each of our eight multiaged communities isguidedbyaMontessoricertified lead guide.

Our programs follow Dr.MariaMontessori`seducationalphilosophyand continuum throughacarefully preparedenvironment,informedobservation of thechild`ssocial, emotional &cognitivegrowth, andwork that isengaging,challenging, andsatisfying tothe child.

Please spend some timefamiliarizing yourself withourprogramsandour mission aspresented on this website.

We hope you find our site helpful inlearningmoreaboutMontessoriEducation and specifically aboutNature`sWay.

We would enjoy speaking with you aboutyourchild(ren)andyourfamily`s educational goals.

Come and visit! Wewould love to share ourclassroomsandgroundswith you.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 142 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,200
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

International Montessori Council (IMC)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1982

Campus Size

7 acres

Student Body

Total Students

142 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

11%

Average Class Size

24 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,200

View national tuition avg.

Admissions Director

Terri Needham

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Cross Country

School Notes

Nature`s Way is located in NortheastKnoxvilleonsevenbeautifulwooded acres bordered by farm land.
The campus consists of threebuildings, a largeoutdoorareathatprovides opportunity forvariededucationalandrecreationactivities, an extensive NaturePreservewhichincludesmarkedenvironmental points of interest,and woodedareasaccessibletostudents for play.
The school openedin 1982 with twenty preschoolchildrenandsincethen has has grownto serve approximately 160studentseachyearthrough the 8thgrade.
Each of our eight multiaged communities isguidedbyaMontessoricertified lead guide.
Our programs follow Dr.MariaMontessori`seducationalphilosophyand continuum throughacarefully preparedenvironment,informedobservation of thechild`ssocial, emotional &cognitivegrowth, andwork that isengaging,challenging, andsatisfying tothe child.
Please spend some timefamiliarizing yourself withourprogramsandour mission aspresented on this website.
We hope you find our site helpful inlearningmoreaboutMontessoriEducation and specifically aboutNature`sWay.
We would enjoy speaking with you aboutyourchild(ren)andyourfamily`s educational goals.
Come and visit! Wewould love to share ourclassroomsandgroundswith you.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Natures Way Montessori School cost?

Natures Way Montessori School's tuition is approximately $10,200 for private students.

What sports does Natures Way Montessori School offer?

Natures Way Montessori School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Cross Country.

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 142 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,200
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Knoxville, TN is $16,384 for elementary schools and $16,381 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Knoxville, TN is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).