The Montessori method of education enables children to develop creativity and learning abilities.
It also allows children to build a sense of independence and inner discipline.
This method serves as a guide for learning proper phonetic reading, writing, grammar usage, mathematics, geography, and more.
One of Maria Montessori's (the founder of Montessori education) goals was to teach children how to concentrate.
This is an important skill for learning. This skill is largely ignored in the traditional school system.
A Montessori day is structured so that a child's focus is never interrupted by having to move to the next lesson before finishing the current one.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 51%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The Montessori method of education enables children to develop creativity and learning abilities. It also allows children to build a sense of independence and inner discipline. This method serves as a guide for learning proper phonetic reading, writing, grammar usage, mathematics, geography, and more. One of Maria Montessori's (the founder of Montessori education) goals was to teach children how to concentrate. This is an important skill for learning. This skill is largely ignored in the traditional school system. A Montessori day is structured so that a child's focus is never interrupted by having to move to the next lesson before finishing the current one.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Goldenwest Montessori Schools?
The application deadline for Goldenwest Montessori Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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