Apple Montessori Of Wayne (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked NJ School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
Enrollment: 283 students
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Apple Montessori Of Wayne ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Apple Montessori Of Wayne
Nursery	85
Pre-K	97
Kind	35
1	18
2	17
3	10
4	7
5	12
6	2

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Pre-K largest at 97 followed by Nursery at 85, while enrollment drops to just 2 in Grade 6.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Montessori Education

Year Founded

1972

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

283 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

46%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

20:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform for kindergarten and elementary

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Admissions Director

Allison Ege

Admissions Associate

Annette Forgacs

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Fit and Active SpanishMad Science

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Basketball ClubSoccer

Tumbling & Gymnastics

School Notes

We are proud of our 50+ year allegiance to excellence in education, and we commend you for pursuing that continued excellence for your child. Teachers and families work together to endow children with a passion for learning and a strong academic foundation.
We empower them with life skills to use from this day forward and gift them with the confidence and motivation to build a better world, starting today. Apple's approach to learning offers each student a well-rounded, rich curriculum that combines Montessori with the best modern learning materials, games, and programs available. We impart the skills needed for overall academic and social success. Our commitment to your child and our ability to provide an exceptional education in a safe, nurturing environment remains our highest priority.

Accredited Apple Montessori of Wayne serves children from the age of six weeks through sixth grade.
Apple Montessori has been a trusted leader in early childhood education for over 50 years. We make the most of the critical early learning years by fostering each child's fullest potential, at his or her own pace.
The Montessori approach is unique in that it builds on the way children naturally learn, and Apple'sresearch-provenMontessori Plusapproach distinguishes Apple from other Montessori schools.
Our experienced and passionate teachers have been with Apple between 15 and 30 years.
Our campus features an auditorium, several playgrounds, two swimming pools, a sports court, a soccer field, an outdoor classrom and a natural wooded area.
Our infant program serves children from six weeks through 18 months and our toddler program is for children 18 months to age two-and-a-half.
The preschool program serves children from age two and a half through the Kindergarten year.
The Junior class serves children in grades one through six.
Our unique "whole child" curriculum combines aspects of a highly respected reading program, traditional Montessori language acquisition materials, and games and materials designed by our founder, Jane Bailey, to ensure the early development of strong reading skills and tremendous confidence and independence in our students.
Curriculum integrates STEAM principles and hands-on math, science, history and geography, technology; our Montessori Plus curriculum includes character education, foreign language, fine arts, music and drama and physical education
Enrollment is exclusive to current Apple Montessori students and students who meet admissions criteria including age, developmental profile and prior school experience.

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Does Apple Montessori Of Wayne offer a summer program?

Yes, Apple Montessori Of Wayne offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What is Apple Montessori Of Wayne's ranking?

Apple Montessori Of Wayne ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Apple Montessori Of Wayne?

The application deadline for Apple Montessori Of Wayne is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 8/11/2018

Apple Montessori is an exceptional school that I highly recommend to anyone I speak to. My daughter has grown so much and in so many ways since beginning her journey here. The teaching staff is wonderful - very engaging and warm.

- Posted by Parent - Maya Dace

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Passaic County, NJ is $7,508 for elementary schools and $12,177 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Passaic County, NJ is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).