East Boston Montessori School (Closed 2017)

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1987
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
29 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
comfortable, washable, easy to manage

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
academic school year (Sept to June)
Admissions Director
Rita Fiumara

School Notes

  • To foster independence and a positive attitude toward learning, helping each child reach his/her potential at his/her own rate while considering the needs of the whole child and also the needs of the family.
  • The purpose of East Boston Montessori School is to help children learn and develop social, emotional, physical and cognitive skills in a Montessori environment that is child oriented, non-competitive and respectful of children and adults. Through carefully planned activities, carefully design materials, social interaction and in the presence of care and enthusiastic adults, who act as facilitators, each child will develop a positive self- image in an atmosphere of being recognized, cared for and loved. East Boston Montessori School is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care for an enrollment of 29 children. The classroom is ungraded. Children accepted are between the age of 2 years, 9 months and 6 years. Children are accepted regardless of race, cultural heritage, national origin, marital status, religion, political beliefs, disability or sexual orientation. Staff members are experienced in early childhood education and meet the standards set by the Department of Early Education and Care. All staff members are certified in First Aid and CPR.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does East Boston Montessori School cost?
East Boston Montessori School's tuition is approximately $7,550 for private students.
When is the application deadline for East Boston Montessori School?
The application deadline for East Boston Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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