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Chesapeake Montessori School

516 Albemarle Dr Ste C Chesapeake, VA 23322
Tel: (757) 547-7673
www.montessoriva.com
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 117 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Chesapeake Montessori Pre-School was established in 1991.
  • It is located in the heart of Great Bridge near Chesapeake City Hall.
  • The school operated as a one-room Children's House (ages 3- 6 years) for 11 years.
  • In 2002 it was purchased by Shanna and Joe Honan.
  • After teaching and directing the school for one year, in 2003, Shanna added a second Children's House classroom.
  • In 2006, Shanna and Joe decided to change the name of the school to Chesapeake Montessori School (CMS) in order to better identify the school's new direction.
  • In September 2007, a Lower Elementary classroom opened, educating children ages 6 through 9 years.
  • Chesapeake Montessori School now houses three classrooms with an approximate enrollment of 80 students.
  • Preschool children have the option of attending 3, 4 or 5 days per week.
  • Kindergarten and elementary aged children must attend 5 days per week.
  • Chesapeake Montessori School also houses the Virginia Montessori Teacher Education Center.
  • This is a training center for individuals who wish to become certified Montessori teachers.
  • Students will be prepared to teach children ages 2.5 - 6 years after completing this year long curriculum.
  • Candidates are also required to complete a 540 hour internship.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked VA School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 117 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Chesapeake Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
School History
Oldest founding date

School Facts

School Type
Montessori School
Religious Affiliation
Nonsectarian
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeChesapeake Montessori School
Pre-K56
Kind17
111
29
311
45
63
75
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Year Founded
1907

Student Body

Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
American Montessori Society (AMS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chesapeake Montessori School's ranking?
Chesapeake Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Chesapeake Montessori School?
The application deadline for Chesapeake Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Chesapeake Montessori School located?
Chesapeake Montessori School is located in the Great Bridge neighborhood of Chesapeake, VA. There are 7 other private schools located in Great Bridge.

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The average private school tuition in Chesapeake, VA is $8,826 for elementary schools and $11,497 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Chesapeake, VA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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