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Year Founded

1981

Student Body

Total Students

14 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

33%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,950

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Arroyo Grande Montessori School was founded in January 1981 to provide the best possible preprimary education experience for Central Coast children between two and six years old.
Montessori is a totally positive environment for children.
Here each child is recognized as an individual and is taught as such.
Children work at their own pace and at their own level.
Every child has the unique opportunity to fulfill his or her potential.
Habits and skills developed in a Montessori classroom remain for a lifetime.
The Montessori classroom is a joyful land of opportunity for the child.

Arroyo Grande Montessori School was founded in January 1981 to provide the best possible preprimary education experience for Central Coast children between two and six years old.
Montessori is a totally positive environment for children.
Here each child is recognized as an individual and is taught as such.
Children work at their own pace and at their own level.
Every child has the unique opportunity to fulfill his or her potential.
Habits and skills developed in a Montessori classroom remain for a lifetime.
The Montessori classroom is a joyful land of opportunity for the child.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Arroyo Grande Montessori School cost?

Arroyo Grande Montessori School's tuition is approximately $8,950 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Arroyo Grande Montessori School?

The application deadline for Arroyo Grande Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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5 10/27/2012

Fantastic school! Small community feel with excellent teachers and decades of experience. I would recommen this school to ANYONE.

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