We are a a private Preschool and Elementary school for children 16 months to 12 years old.
We offer a quality Montessori education based on developing the whole child.
The physical, emotional and intellectual being all flourish equally when the Montessori method of self-paced learning is utilized.
Activities such as Spanish, art, music and computers are part of the regular curriculum.
CMS also makes optional extra-curricular activities available including yoga, dance, gymnastics, piano, soccer, and computer programming for our Elementary students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 91 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Courthouse Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
1994
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
91 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Kindergarten and Elementary wear navy blue pants and white shirts.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Summer Program Cost
$850
Admissions Director
Judyth Timm
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Soccer Shots
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Courthouse Montessori School cost?
Courthouse Montessori School's tuition is approximately $850 for summer students.
What sports does Courthouse Montessori School offer?
Courthouse Montessori School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Courthouse Montessori School?
The application deadline for Courthouse Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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