Children's House Montessori School

1301 E 7th St Whitefish, MT 59937
chmswhitefish.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 48 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $45,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Children's House Montessori School is a non-profit, non-sectarian organization devoted to the educational, social, emotional and physical well being of children.
  • We have been serving the community of whitefish since 1983.
  • The Montessori Method is a philosophy based on the way a child learns at different ages, and the rationale to assist that learning.
  • The essence of this philosophy is focusing on the child.
  • Together we accomplish this through a dedicated, trained staff, a prepared environment, and committed families.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 48 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $45,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2022
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Eve Hunter - BA in Art from Linfield College and a MA in Education-Montessori -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Children's House Montessori School cost?
Children's House Montessori School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Children's House Montessori School?
Children's House Montessori School famous alumni include: Eve Hunter - BA in Art from Linfield College and a MA in Education-Montessori.
When is the application deadline for Children's House Montessori School?
The application deadline for Children's House Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Montana is $10,704 for elementary schools and $12,181 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Montana is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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