Follow The Child Montessori School

1215 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27607
Tel: (919)755-1150
Grades: K - 6 | 139 students
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Follow the Child Montessori School provides an authentic Montessori education with a brain-based curriculum at an individual pace. Toddler House serves children aged 14 months through 3 years. Children's House serves 3-6 year olds (including Extended Day, our Kindergarten program), Lower Elementary serves 6-9 year olds/ 1st-3rd grade, Upper Elementary serves 9-12 year olds (4th through sixth grade). We have a strong parent education program, value outdoor education, and have a warm, engaged community of students, parents, caregivers, teachers and staff.

School Overview:
Follow The Child Montessori School
School Type Montessori School
School Membership(s) American Montessori Society (AMS)
Association Montessori International (AMI)
Other Montessori association(s)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 6
Student Body
Total Students 139 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 6% (NC School Avg.: 23%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 9:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
Average Class Size 20 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $8,000
Tuition Notes Please see our website for current tuition. Tuition varies depending on age level.
Admissions Director Liz Leone

School Notes:

    • warm, inviting classrooms
    • AMI & AMS certified teachers
    • 14 months-12 years
    • multi-age classrooms
    • 135 students

    Profile last updated: 11/01/2012

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