Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked FL School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-5
Enrollment: 268 students
Yearly Tuition: $19,000
Acceptance rate: 65%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus
Nursery	42
Pre-K	145
Kind	21
1	14
2	16
3	13
4	5
5	12

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1998

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

268 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

19 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

18 students

Average Percentile SSAT

95%

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School uniforms; khakis and polos

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$19,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by age and length of day.

Summer Program Cost

$400

Summer Program Cost Notes

Fees are paid weekly.

% on Financial Aid

10%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$5,000

Acceptance Rate

65%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Marilyn Perret Gentil

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BalletBasketball

DanceMartial Arts

SoccerTennis

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

17 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

ChessCooking

D-Lab "WoodShop w/Physics"French Club

Knitting & Sewing

Arts and Music Programs:

ArtChess

CookingD-Lab "WoodShop w/Physics"

French ClubKarate

Knitting & SewingPiano

Violin

Recreational Athletic Programs:

DanceKarate

Tennis

School Notes

Coconut Grove Montessori School is an independent non-sectarian school with two campuses located in Coconut Grove.
Founded in 1998, it was the first Montessori School in South Florida with an education program serving infants through elementary.
All lead teachers at Coconut Grove Montessori School hold American Montessori Society Certification and a minimum of five years teaching experience.
We offer half day or full day sessions and include Spanish, French, Mandarin-Chinese, Music, Art, and Yoga as part of our core curriculum.
After School activities include Piano, Karate, Ballet and After School Care.
For the parent's convenience we have WebCams in every classroom that allow easy viewing from home or office.

School Motto: 'Everyone can do small things with great love to make the world a better place.'
School Mascot: Cgms Peacock

Our School A Brief IntroductionTo grasp the essence of Montessori education, just step inside a classroom. Beautiful, inviting, and thoughtfully arranged, the room embodies each element of Maria Montessori`s revolutionary approach. Natural lighting, soft colors, and uncluttered spaces set the stage for activity that is focused and calm. Learning materials are displayed on accessible shelves, fostering independence as students go about their work. Everything is where it is supposed to be, conveying a sense of harmony and order that both comforts and inspires. In this safe and empowering environment, students find joy in learning.Classroom DesignThe design and flow of the Montessori classroom create a learning environment that accommodates choice. There are spaces suited to group activity, and areas where a student can settle in alone. Parts of the room are open and spacious, allowing a preschooler to lay out strands of beads for counting, or an elementary student to ponder a 10-foot-long Timeline of Life.You won`t find the customary rows of school desks; children work at tables or on the floor, rolling out mats on which to work and define their work space. Nor are you likely to find walls papered with brightly colored images of cartoons and syndicated characters. Rather, you might see posters from a local museum, or framed photographs or paintings created by the students themselves.There are well-defined spaces for each part of the curriculum, such as Language Arts, Math, and Culture. Each of these areas features shelves or display tables with a variety of inviting materials from which students can choose. Many classrooms have an area devoted to peace and reflection: a quiet corner or table with well-chosen items-a vase of daisies; a goldfish bowl-to lead a child to meditative thought. And always there are places to curl up with books, where a student can read or be read to.Each classroom is uniquely suited to the needs of its students. Preschool rooms feature low sinks, chairs, and tables; a reading corner with a small couch (or comfy floor cushions); reachable shelves; and child-sized kitchen tools-elements that allow independence and help develop small motor skills. In upper-level classrooms you`re likely to see large tables for group work, computers, interactive whiteboards, and areas for science labs. Above all, each classroom is warm, well-organized, and inviting, with couches, rugs, and flowers to help children and youth feel calm and at home.Montessori Learning MaterialsA hallmark of Montessori education is its hands-on approach to learning. Students work with specially designed materials, manipulating and investigating until they master the lesson inside. Beautifully crafted and begging to be touched, Montessori`s distinctive learning materials are displayed on open, easily accessible shelves. They are arranged (left to right, as we read in Western languages) in order of their sequence in the curriculum, from the simplest to the most complex.Each material teaches a single skill or concept at a time-for example, the various "dressing frames" help toddlers learn to button, zip, and tie; 3-dimensional grammar symbols help elementary students analyze sentence structure and style. And, built into many of the materials is a mechanism ("control of error") for providing the student with some way of assessing her progress and correcting her mistakes, independent of the teacher. The concrete materials provide passages to abstraction, and introduce concepts that become increasingly complex. As students progress, the teacher replaces some materials with others, ensuring that the level of challenge continues to meets their needs.The Teacher as "Guide"The Montessori teacher, child, and environment may be seen as a learning triangle, with each element inextricably linked, and a vital part of the whole. The teacher thoughtfully prepares a classroom environment with materials and activities that entice her students to learn. She may guide her students to new lessons and challenges, but it is the child`s interaction with what the environment has to offer that enables learning to occur. Because the teacher isn`t meant as the focus of attention, he can often be difficult to spot. Typically you`ll find him sitting on the floor or at a table, observing his students as they work and making notations about their progress, or consulting with an individual or a small group.Multi-Age GroupingsA Montessori class is composed of students whose ages typically span 3 years. Ideally, members stay with the class, and teacher, for the entire cycle, forging a stable community and meaningful bonds. It is common to see students of different ages working together. Older students enjoy mentoring their younger classmates-sometimes the best teacher is someone who has recently mastered the task at hand. Younger students look up to their big "brothers" and "sisters," and get a preview of the alluring work to come.A Caring CommunityThe Montessori classroom radiates harmony and respect. Members address each other respectfully and in modulated tones. There are no raised voices; no rude or hurtful behavior. There is a busy hum of activity, yet also a profound respect for silence. Students show grace and courtesy, and an interest in the welfare of others. "Let me help!" is a common classroom refrain.Students work together as stewards of their environment. They take turns caring for classroom pets and plants; do their part to maintain order, such as by returning materials to the shelves after use; and help keep outdoor spaces groomed and litter-free. How to live in community, to learn independently, to think constructively and creatively: These are the lessons of the Montessori classroom that remain with its students as they make their way in the world.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus cost?

Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus's tuition is approximately $19,000 for private students and $400 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus?

The acceptance rate of Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Florida with low acceptance rates.

Does Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus offer a summer program?

Yes, Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus offer?

Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus offers 6 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Dance, Martial Arts, Soccer and Tennis.

What is Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus's ranking?

Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus?

The application deadline for Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus located?

Coconut Grove Montessori School - Main Campus is located in the Coconut Grove neighborhood of Miami, FL. There are 9 other private schools located in Coconut Grove.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 5/29/2026

I have had a fantastic experience at CGMS for the past 3 years. My son is thriving in a very supportive and warm environment. His teacher has been nothing short of phenomenal.

- Posted by Parent - Eleni

5 5/15/2026

CGMS is amazing! My son has been attending for 4 years now and I am so thankful for the school! He is growing in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment. Highly Recommend!

- Posted by Parent - Samantha

5 4/18/2026

Both my daughters attended this school. Caring teachers and cosy environment

- Posted by Parent - Clara

5 4/18/2026

We have been attending Montessori for 5 years now and couldn''t be happier with our experienceWhat an amazing environment for our kids to learn and grow.

- Posted by Parent - Natella K

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The average private school tuition in Miami, FL is $18,664 for elementary schools and $19,783 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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