Galilee Montessori

Galilee Montessori School was established in 1988 as a non-profit school seeking to provide a dynamic educational environment governed by the Montessori philosophy.
Our three programs, Toddler, Primary and Elementary serve chilldren ages 18 months through sixth grade.
Our Mission is to guide each student to take joyful responsibility for his/her own education, empowering the child to become an independent thinker, a creative problem solver, a risk taker and an active member of the community while practicing respect for self, others and the environment.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 125 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
1988

Student Body

Total Students
125 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Galilee Montessori Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Meghan Stufflebeem

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Engineering, Spanish

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance, Soccer
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Galilee Montessori?
The application deadline for Galilee Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Galilee Montessori located?
Galilee Montessori is located in the North Virginia Beach neighborhood of Virginia Beach, VA. There are 10 other private schools located in North Virginia Beach.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 125 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Virginia Beach, VA is $11,775 for elementary schools and $15,299 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Virginia Beach, VA is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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