Early World Montessori has been caring for children on Mercer Island since 1989.
Our programs offer the highest quality education and childcare. Our school provides a nurturing environment where parents feel secure knowing that they have made a good choice for their children.
This security allows parents peace of mind, which is so important in today's world of busy schedules.
At Early World Montessori your child will discover the joy of learning, the excitement of challenges, and the satisfaction of success.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Early World Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Early World Montessori?
The application deadline for Early World Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Early World Montessori is Privett Academy (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Monica Catholic School (1.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Creative Learning Center Llc (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Creative Learning Center Llc
Montessori School
2760 73rd Ave Se
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-8900
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-8900
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 59 students
9311 SE 36th St
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-0059
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-0059
1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students Tuition listed
4320 87th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
1.1 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Education School
3310 146th Pl SE Suite B
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
Bellevue, WA 98007
(206) 236-1095
1.2 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 134 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3795 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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