Located in Carmel, IN, Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel offers a nonsectarian Montessori program for preschool and kindergarten in a small city community.
Founded in 1990, the school serves 19 students across early childhood grades PK to K with one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 19:1.
Tuition for summer programming is $175, providing an affordable option for seasonal enrollment in the Carmel area.
As a member of the American Montessori Society, the school follows established Montessori educational standards for early learners.
Clay Montessori School is one of several small private preschools in Carmel, offering a city–based Montessori option for families with young children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
2 mornings 375
3 mornings 425
4 mornings 475
Admissions Director
Robin King
Application URL
School Notes
- Ages 3 to 6 years old. Potty trained. Verbal skills needed to converse with teachers
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel cost?
Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel's tuition is approximately $175 for summer students.
What schools are Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel often compared to?
Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel is often viewed alongside schools like Carmel Montessori Schools by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel?
The application deadline for Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel vs. Carmel Montessori Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Clay Montessori School Of Main Street Carmel is Highlands Latin School (0.7 miles away)
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Highlands Latin School
(Christian)
1010 E 126th St
Carmel, IN 46082
(317) 903-7906
Carmel, IN 46082
(317) 903-7906
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 180 students Tuition listed
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Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-3464
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-3464
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(317) 705-0875
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 705-0875
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Gr: NS-K
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Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 843-9500
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 843-9500
1.5 miles
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Daycare / Preschool
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Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 848-8771
1.5 miles
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