Ellicott City Children's House is a nonsectarian Montessori school located in the Dunloggin neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD, serving preschool through kindergarten students.
The school enrolls 11 students total, with 1 student in kindergarten, reflecting a small early learning environment on the urban of a large town.
The program is affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS), emphasizing Montessori educational principles for co–educational early childhood learners.
Families seeking a preschool and kindergarten Montessori option in Ellicott City will find this school in a community setting near other private schools offering early childhood education.
Tuition and student–teacher ratio details are not specified; however, the average elementary private school tuition in Ellicott City is $17,600.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Ellicott City Children's House?
The application deadline for Ellicott City Children's House is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ellicott City Children's House located?
Ellicott City Children's House is located in the Dunloggin neighborhood of Ellicott City, MD.
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