First Steps Montessori School is a ministry of The Church of St. John the Divine, a 501 (c)(3) organization.
We have an enrollment of 120 children, ages 18 months through kindergarten.
The student population is multi-ethnic and approximately one quarter of our students are children of parishioners.
All of our teachers are Montessori certified and have 12-20 years of teaching experience.
We are proud of our dedicated teachers, low teacher/child ratios and experienced support staff.
First Steps is a member of the American Montessori Society.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
111 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for First Steps Montessori School?
The application deadline for First Steps Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is First Steps Montessori School located?
First Steps Montessori School is located in the River Oaks neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other private schools located in River Oaks.
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