Garfield Montessori school offers authentic Montessori education at an affordable price. We serve children from 2 1/2 to 6 years old. Our highly qualified, dedicated, and loving staff will allow your child to reach the highest potential.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
39 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please contact the school for our current rate
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: “One test of the correctness of educational process is the happiness of the child.” – Dr. Maria Montessori
- Garfield Montessori is purposely small. We have two classroom of 20 students with three teachersin each whoguide the children. We offer Spanish, music, and yoga each week. Our beautiful, Montessori classrooms help children develop socially, emotionally, physically, cultually, and intellectually. Our children become life long learners and respect others and their global environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Garfield Montessori School?
The application deadline for Garfield Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Garfield Montessori School located?
Garfield Montessori School is located in the Clayton neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other private schools located in Clayton.
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