Bella Montessori's goal is to assist each child in reaching his or her potential by valuing and recognizing that each child is unique and learns in different ways and at their own pace.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniform T-shirt, Khaki shorts or pants, socks and tennis shoes
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Variable rates with several schedules available
Summer Program Cost Notes
Variable rates with several schedules available
Admissions Director
Davina Goff
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- Bella Montessori strives to create a strong community between students, staff and parents. We can achieve this by each member taking responsibility. Our responsibility is to assist each child in reaching his/her potential by valuing and recognizing each child is unique and learns in different ways and at their own pace. We create multi-age classrooms that provide an exciting, challenging, joyful and spiritual experience. Older students may become mentors and role models while younger students joyfully aspire and grow confident about the challenges ahead. Students will developorder, coordination, concentration and independence.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bella Montessori Preschool offer a summer program?
Yes, Bella Montessori Preschool offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Bella Montessori Preschool offer?
Bella Montessori Preschool offers 1 interscholastic sports: Martial Arts.
When is the application deadline for Bella Montessori Preschool?
The application deadline for Bella Montessori Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bella Montessori Preschool located?
Bella Montessori Preschool is located in the The Islands neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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