Wellan Montessori School

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $33,620
  • Acceptance rate: 77%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Wellan Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2006
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
303 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Wellan Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $31,500 to $36,700 based on program level. Visit wellan.org/tuition for more information. Need-based financial aid is available.
Summer Program Cost
$625
Summer Program Cost Notes
The above is an average value. Cost of the summer program varies from 370 to 840 dollars per week depending on age group and selected program. See www.wellan.org for more Summer Program information.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,964
Acceptance Rate
77%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Azurae Hood
Admissions Associate
Amanda Cusanno

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Enrichment Programs Offered After School

Arts and Music Programs:
Drama Club, Upper Elementary Instrument Program

School Notes

  • Wellan emphasizes innovation, social justice, and empathy throughout the student experience. The Montessori-Progressive curriculum delivers students agency to follow their own personalized path, guided by thoughtful, highly-trained educators. Engaging Specials, like athletics, performing and visual arts, woodworking, and technology, are incorporated into the daily schedule. Graduates emerge as capable leaders who demonstrate strong academic skills that enable them to succeed at top-tier public and independent high schools. Financial assistance is available. Visit wellan.org/admissions to schedule a tour.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wellan Montessori School cost?
Wellan Montessori School's tuition is approximately $33,620 for private students and $625 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Wellan Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Wellan Montessori School is 77%, which is higher than the national average of 70%.
Does Wellan Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, Wellan Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Wellan Montessori School offer?
Wellan Montessori School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Wellan Montessori School's ranking?
Wellan Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Wellan Montessori School?
The application deadline for Wellan Montessori School is Jan. 15.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
This is our first year at Wellan, and our first school experience, and it has been a great year so far. We chose Wellan because of our interest in the Montessori method of education, but also because it felt like more than daycare it's truly a school and one our 3-year-old can grow up in for many years. The classrooms are beautiful clean and bright. Everything is tailored to the children and facilitates their independence (such as child-height counters, tables, shelves, eye-level artwork, child-size sinks and toilets). They establish great routines and consistent schedules which has even helped with creating routines as home. The communication between families and teachers is great. They are very responsive to e-mails and for the younger children, updates are sent on a daily basis. The curriculum is engaging, and they incorporate seasonal or other relevant topics throughout the year. Parents are even invited to come share on a topic once a week. The feedback from the teachers at parent-teacher check-ins is very thorough. Throughout the enrollment process, the staff answered all of my questions and they even accommodated separate tours for my husband and I when our schedules didn't coincide. I knew what to expect at each step and it was an overall smooth process. As a new parent, I have felt very welcomed into the school community, with lots of opportunities to meet other families and the staff. I don't feel judged for not being "perfectly Montessori" and in fact they have an educational series just for families and caregivers who want to learn more about Montessori and incorporate it at home. Throughout the year the school and the Parent Association hold many events and activities where you can meet other families or parents. There are "fireside chats" with the head of school, student performances, community service events, and many others. Everyone at Wellan is warm, and welcoming, and you can absolutely tell they have a passion for what they do. Our son is doing amazing here and we can't wait to see how he continues to grow.
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5  
Our son has been at Newton Montessori for 3 years now - our daughter just started this fall - and it is fantastic! As a teacher myself (at a public school), I am constantly impressed by the dedication of the staff and the quality of my kids' experience here. Academics are top notch, but without the constant pressure of many "high performing" public schools in this area. The Montessori approach is amazing for the little ones (our daughter is 2), but also truly benefits kids all the way through elementary. Newton Montessori gives our son incredible support, while also encouraging individual responsibility and accountability. The kids here are doing academic work that is WAY above grade level compared with any of the "high performing" public school districts (our son is in 2nd grade and doing multiplication with products into the ten-million place.) Also, the leadership at this school is solid. We have friends in suburban school districts where principles seem to cycle through schools at an alarming rate! At Newton Montessori, the administration and leadership is consistent and always has the kids' best interests at heart. The parent community is amazingly diverse, welcoming, and inclusive. We've found the other parents here to be down-to-earth, friendly, and great to hang out with. This is truly an amazing school!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $33,620
  • Acceptance rate: 77%
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

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