Montessori Children's Garden is an independent private school educating children ages 3 to 5.
We provide a rich education based on the child-centered philosophy and principles of Dr. Maria Montessori.
Our school is a great place to learn and a fun place to be.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
83 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Montessori Children's Garden is an independent private school educating children ages 3 to 5. We provide a rich education based on the child-centered philosophy and principles of Dr. Maria Montessori. Our school is a great place to learn and a fun place to be.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori Children's Garden often compared to?
Montessori Children's Garden is often viewed alongside schools like Montessori School Of Iowa City by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Children's Garden?
The application deadline for Montessori Children's Garden is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori Children's Garden located?
Montessori Children's Garden is located in the Penn neighborhood of North Liberty, IA. There are 1 other private schools located in Penn.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Montessori Children's Garden vs. Montessori School Of Iowa City
The nearest high school to Montessori Children's Garden is Iowa Conservatory (7.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Heritage Christian School (0.8 miles away)
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(Christian)
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North Liberty, IA 52317
(319) 626-4777
North Liberty, IA 52317
(319) 626-4777
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Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 338-3873
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 338-3873
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1250 12th Avenue
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 339-0998
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 339-0998
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Gr: K-8 | 32 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 338-9650
Coralville, IA 52241
(319) 338-9650
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Special Program Emphasis
123 N. Linn St.
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(319) 804-5943
Iowa City, IA 52245
(319) 804-5943
7 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 50 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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