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Country Day For Children

1281 S Wickham Road Melbourne, FL 32904

Tel: (321) 951-8005

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool
Enrollment: 35 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool
Enrollment: 35 students
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
National Independent Private Schools Association

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

35 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

63%

State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

3 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Varies on type of program selected.

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Country Day For Children serves the educational needs of families of Palm Bay, West Melbourne and South Melbourne.
Our classes are provided for children ages 2.5 through 5 years old in Montessori preschool and kindergarten.
Country Day For Children is AMS affiliated and accredited by NIPSA and SACS. At Country Day For Children we have a dedicated Montessori trained staff with an understanding of early childhood development.
It is our mission to provide a motivating secure and harmonious environment for the children.
We treat each child individually with respect and stimulate them to learn based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori.
We believe that each child is different and so is their process of learning. Children are exposed to a variety of cultural experiences, which allows each child to learn about the world around them.

Country Day For Children serves the educational needs of families of Palm Bay, West Melbourne and South Melbourne.
Our classes are provided for children ages 2.5 through 5 years old in Montessori preschool and kindergarten.
Country Day For Children is AMS affiliated and accredited by NIPSA and SACS. At Country Day For Children we have a dedicated Montessori trained staff with an understanding of early childhood development.
It is our mission to provide a motivating secure and harmonious environment for the children.
We treat each child individually with respect and stimulate them to learn based on the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori.
We believe that each child is different and so is their process of learning. Children are exposed to a variety of cultural experiences, which allows each child to learn about the world around them.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Country Day For Children?

The acceptance rate of Country Day For Children is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.

When is the application deadline for Country Day For Children?

The application deadline for Country Day For Children is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Country Day For Children located?

Country Day For Children is located in the Melbourne Village Gardens neighborhood of Melbourne, FL.

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