Childpeace Montessori School serves children from 14 months through middle school in the heart of Portland.
Childpeace offers a full Montessori experience that helps children prepare themselves for life as well as for their future school experiences.
Our NW Portland campus includes a 40,000-square-foot main building, a playground, a green space and garden, and an 8,000-square-foot middle school building.
We also offer one Children`s House classroom at our satellite location in SE Portland.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked OR School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,150
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Childpeace Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1976
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
338 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,150
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies according to grade level
Summer Program Cost Notes
varies
% on Financial Aid
7%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,000
Admissions Director
Laura Johnson
Admissions Associate
Amanda Donigan Gibbs
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance Classes
Dance Classes
School Notes
About Childpeace Montessori SchoolChildpeace Montessori offers a
unique urban Montessori experience at our main campus in NW
Portland, our middle school building, and our program in a SE
Portland satellite classroom. Our 300+ students, toddlers through
adolescence, enjoy rich Montessori educational environments and
access to an abundance of learning opportunities in our
community.
Our Values
Our Mission
To guide the development of the whole child, socially and academically, through the principles of AMI Montessori education in an urban setting.
Our Values
- Responsibility
- Educational
- Excellence
- Love of Learning
- Sustainability
- Equity
Our Mission
To guide the development of the whole child, socially and academically, through the principles of AMI Montessori education in an urban setting.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Childpeace Montessori School cost?
Childpeace Montessori School's tuition is approximately $17,150 for private students.
What is Childpeace Montessori School's ranking?
Childpeace Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Oregon for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Childpeace Montessori School?
The application deadline for Childpeace Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 4/8/2022
We have one child at Childpeace and have had a fantastic experience. Both the administration staff and teaching staff are dialed, responsive and caring. Our child has had a supportive and open environment to thrive (even throughout the pandemic). We feel fortunate to be part of the Childpeace community.
5 5/17/2016
We have two children enrolled at Childpeace and couldn't be happier with the program. We appreciate the non-testing oriented spirit of the school that allows our children to develop and learn in an atmosphere free of anxiety. The faculty are top shelf at all levels.
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