Ghent Montessori School

Ghent Montessori School serves 161 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-8, is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the Other Montessori association(s).
The student:teacher of Ghent Montessori School is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
161 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Ghent Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Mar. 1 / rolling
Admissions Director
Ruland Gagne

School Notes

  • Ghent Montessori School serves families throughout the Hampton Roads. The school is accredited by the International Montessori Council and is committed to the Montessori philosophy. GMS asprires to meet the academic, social and emotional needs of every child individually.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Ghent Montessori School?
The application deadline for Ghent Montessori School is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Ghent Montessori School located?
Ghent Montessori School is located in the Ghent neighborhood of Norfolk, VA. There are 5 other private schools located in Ghent.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 161 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Norfolk, VA is $11,554 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Norfolk, VA is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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