An authentic Montessori environment & curriculum positioned on 10 acres of land: boasting a beautiful meadow, rippling creek, hiking trails, gardens and animals. Community built on the pillars of peace, diversity and responsibility where ALL children and families are welcomed and celebrated.
AMI certified Lead Guides to encourage confidence, instill calmness and guide child-led learning of children ages 15 months to 18 years old.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked MO School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,400
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Clay-Platte Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
Campus Size
10
Student Body
Total Students
129 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 21%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,400
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies with program selected
$14,400 - $17,500 estimated yearly tuition
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$200
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Lishchkaya Eskridge
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubsCapoeira
Cooking ClubRussian
Soccer ShotsTippy Toes
Yamato Club (Japanese)
Arts and Music Programs:
MusicPiano Lessons
School Notes
Our mission is to provide an environment where each child grows
with a deep appreciation of peace and an ability to work with
others to create peace; where each child is valued for the unique
being they are, their culture, and their identity, and that they
equally value others; where each child knows that they have a place
in the world and are part of many systems that rely on their
contributions.- Jen Stoll, Owner & Director
- The mission of Clay-Platte Montessori School is to employ the philosophy and methods of Dr. Maria Montessori and educate young people to their fullest potential, instilling a deep sense of personal independence and responsibility to self, to others, and to our Earth.
- Our purpose is to provide, through the Montessori philosophy and curriculum, an environment where each child will be free to function and develop individually, naturally and sequentially into the whole child that lies within, realizing the full potential of his/her innate talents.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Clay-Platte Montessori School cost?
Clay-Platte Montessori School's tuition is approximately $14,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Clay-Platte Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of Clay-Platte Montessori School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
What is Clay-Platte Montessori School's ranking?
Clay-Platte Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Missouri for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Clay-Platte Montessori School?
The application deadline for Clay-Platte Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Clay-Platte Montessori School located?
Clay-Platte Montessori School is located in the Line Creek Northern Heights neighborhood of Kansas City, MO.
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Quick Facts
7019 North Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64118
(816) 436-6228
Kansas City, MO 64118
(816) 436-6228
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 429 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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3531 Somerset Dr
Prairie Village, KS 66208
(913) 649-6160
Prairie Village, KS 66208
(913) 649-6160
15.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 189 students Avg. class size: 24 students
Global Montessori Academy
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707 W 47th St
Kansas City, MO 64112
(913) 544-1041
Kansas City, MO 64112
(913) 544-1041
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400 W 51st St
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 936-1200
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 936-1200
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Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 942-5567
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 942-5567
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