Follow the Child Montessori School
Tel:
(919) 755-1150
- Follow the Child Montessori School provides an authentic Montessori education with a brain-based curriculum at an individual pace. Toddler House serves children aged 14 months through 3 years. Children's House serves 3-6 year olds (including Extended Day, our Kindergarten program), Lower Elementary serves 6-9 year olds/ 1st-3rd grade, Upper Elementary serves 9-12 year olds (4th through sixth grade).
- We have a strong parent education program, value outdoor education, and have a warm, engaged community of students, parents, caregivers, teachers, and staff.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Students: 197 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other Montessori association(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-6 |
| Year Founded | 2001 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 197 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 20% State avg.: 18% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 30 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Please see our website for current tuition. Tuition varies depending on age level and programs. |
| % on Financial Aid | 15% |
| Admissions Director | Cara Bledsoe |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 5 sports |
| Sports | Fencing, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer, TennisFencing, Golf, Gymnastics, Soccer, Tennis |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 7 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess Club Arts and Music Programs: Art, French, Music, Spanish Recreational Athletic Programs: Physical Education, Yoga |
School Notes
- Warm, inviting classrooms
- Outdoor education
- Art, Music, Spanish, French, Chess, Yoga, and Physical Education
- Varied seasonal enrichment classes - past classes have included Chinese, Crafts, STEM, Golf, and Music Together
- All Lead Teachers are AMI- and/or AMS-certified teachers
- Small, close-knit community
- 14 months and walking to 12 years
- Multi-age classrooms
- 200 students
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School Reviews
| 5 Our children have been so blessed by this school and their teachers. Authenic Montessori practices and a true community feel! Thank you FCM for giving my students a rigorous academic program in a safe and caring environment. - Posted by Parent - UNC Girl |
| 5 True Montessori. Everyone knows my child so well. Awe-inspiring academics that are actually fun for the children. Such a sweet community, too. Couldn't be happier! - Posted by Parent - Parent1 |
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