Allium Montessori School (2026 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-6
Yearly Tuition: $23,700
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Association Montessori International (AMI)

Grades Offered

Grades 1-6

Year Founded

2019

School Calendar

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Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Average Class Size

24 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$23,700

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Tuition Notes

Generous need-based scholarships and financial aid available

Admissions Director

Judith Dwyre

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

With parents as our partners, Allium Montessori School empowers students to tackle complex problems with creativity, courage, and humility through a rigorous Montessori curriculum.

School Motto: Creativity - Humility - Courage

Allium Montessori is an innovative elementary school in Cambridge, MA, serving students ages 6-12. Allium's authentic Montessori experience is the vision of the Head of School, Judy Dwyre, an AMI-trained Montessori teacher with a background in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins, and Jenny Tak, a multilingual literature teacher with a master's degree from Teachers College, Columbia University.
Montessori Education. Allium prioritizes a three-hour uninterrupted work cycle, which allows students freedom to choose their own work, move at their own pace, and concentrate deeply. Students receive lessons from their teachers and then use hands-on materials to explore concepts across various subject areas, including math, geometry, language arts, geography, history, and science. Students also frequently apply their understanding through integrated projects. Thus, the Montessori work cycle supports mastery of complex concepts and development of executive functioning skills, including the ability to self-manage and plan toward goals. In our mixed-aged classroom, students also learn from peers and grow in leadership and responsibility.
Teacher-led Micro-school. Allium is an intentionally small, close-knit community where teachers develop deep, sustained relationships with students and their families. As administrative and curricular decision-makers, teachers can respond promptly and holistically to students' academic and social-emotional needs. In addition, empowered teachers model leadership rooted in creativity, humility, and courage.
Community Partnerships. Allium is located in Harvard Square, so students take frequent trips on foot to Harvard's museums of natural history, anthropology, and art to learn about the world and, in turn, themselves. Teachers are also intentional about connecting students with people in our diverse community, in order to listen to their stories and learn from them. For example, students prepare food for unhoused neighbors at the Friday Cafe across the Cambridge Common and volunteer at Cradles to Crayons to alleviate clothing insecurity. Our students' investment in their community builds a foundation for lifelong civic participation, including the ability to navigate multiple perspectives, resolve conflicts, and create positive change.
Allium school hours are 8:30 am - 3:15 pm, with after care available until 5:30 pm. Allium's vacation weeks align with the Cambridge Public School calendar. Scholarships and financial assistance are available. Prior experience in a Montessori setting is not required to attend. Allium is a member of the Wildflower Schools Network. For more information or to apply, please visit our website at www.alliummontessori.org or email [email protected].

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Allium Montessori School cost?

Allium Montessori School's tuition is approximately $23,700 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Allium Montessori School?

The application deadline for Allium Montessori School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Allium Montessori School located?

Allium Montessori School is located in the Baldwin neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 11/13/2020

Allium is our dream school. Judy, Jenny and Hira are incredible teacher leaders and have made possible safe, in-person learning during COVID. Our son is thriving in this engaging, personalized Montessori elementary environment—where he is known and cared for in his academic, social and emotional development.

- Posted by Parent - Rebecca

5 11/13/2020

Our child started at Allium this year. He is absolutely thriving and loves school. In fact, on the days he isn't at school, he tells us that the least favorite parts of those days are not going to school. The teacher-leaders at Allium are incredible. They pay close attention to our child's strengths and growth areas and very intentionally set the table for him to both succeed but also work hard and struggle through things. In a very short time, we've seen incredible growth in his academic and social skills, as well as his ability to focus and work independently. I recommend Allium without reservations - this school is a true gem and one-of-a-kind.

- Posted by Parent - ID

5 2/18/2020

I couldn't be more pleased with this learning environment for our 6-year-old son. Peaceful, supportive, creative, challenging in just the right ways. The teachers are the best,, and our son is thriving. Allium is a gem.

- Posted by Parent - Mary

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The average private school tuition in Cambridge, MA is $30,545 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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