The Brooksfield School was developed and founded in 1987, by Mary Anne Duffus, upon the belief that learning happens through the joys of friendship, shared experience and self discovery.
The school provides a high level academic program for children ages 2 through Kindergarten.
The regular Montessori curriculum is complimented by a heavy focus on outdoor education and the arts.
The children of Brooksfield School thrive in this warm, family-like setting where they develop a life-long love of learning.
The Brooksfield School is founded upon the belief that learning happens through the joys of friendship, shared experience and self discovery.
To assist each child to grow and develop, Brooksfield offers an educational program that encourages learning of life-long skills and concepts.
We strive to provide opportunities and experiences for the child to develop self-confidence, independent thinking skills, a love for learning and respect for oneself and for others.
Although our curriculum is rich with variety, our approach with the children is consistent.
A positive environment is presented to all children. It is our belief that the verbal environment is extremely important in assisting each child to form a strong, postive self image.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 13
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 13
Tuition Notes
Tuition range: 11,200 to 22,250
Admissions Director
Sarah Krawchuk
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Explore Wonder Grow
- School Mascot: Dragonfly
- The Brooksfield School was developed and founded in 1987, by Mary Anne Duffus, upon the belief that learning happens through the joys of friendship, shared experience and self discovery.
- The school provides a high level academic program for children ages 2 through 6yrs (Todder through Kindergarten).
- The regular Montessori curriculum is complimented by a heavy focus on outdoor education and the arts.
- The children of Brooksfield School thrive in this warm, family-like setting where they develop a life-long love of learning.
- The Brooksfield School is founded upon the belief that learning happens through the joys of friendship, shared experience and self discovery.
- To assist each child to grow and develop, Brooksfield offers an educational program that encourages learning of life-long skills and concepts.
- We strive to provide opportunities and experiences for the child to develop self-confidence, independent thinking skills, a love for learning and respect for oneself and for others.
- Although our curriculum is rich with variety, our approach with the children is consistent.
- A positive environment is presented to all children.
- It is our belief that the verbal environment is extremely important in assisting each child to form a strong, postive self image.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Brooksfield School?
The application deadline for Brooksfield School is Feb. 13.
School Reviews
5 12/17/2016
We've loved Brooksfield from the moment we first walked in. Our daughter thrived here and now our son is too. The environment is perfect for children to learn and grow and the staff and teachers excel at mixing learning with that special childhood magic.
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