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Tel: (605) 341-0824

www.chkids.net

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Children's House Montessori is committed to providing all children the opportunity to develop and grow independently in a warm, nuturing environment.

The school's facilities and outdoor environment offers numerous venues for exploration and discovery. The highly qualified staff assists each child in their quest for reaching their full potential through careful guidance and direction.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 68 students
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Year Founded

1990

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

68 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 22%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

no cartoon character clothing

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Please check the website for current tuition rates and admission form.

Admissions Director

Matthew Long

Admissions Associate

Gayle Simons

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

A variety of after School Clubs

School Notes

School Motto: Where learning happens naturally

As a state accredited school, Children's House meets or exceeds the requirements set down by the South Dakota Department of Education. CHM is an AMS Initiate School and it boasts a very active Parent Teacher Organization.

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 68 students
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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