Good Shepherd Montessori offers a developmentally appropriate traditional Montessori environment where children have the opportunity to explore the spiritual, academic, emotional, social and physical realities of life and community.
Our mission is to offer a high quality Christian based education, which will provide developmental, intellectual, and spiritual guidance to children, grant need based Tution assitance program to one in four students, and will provide families an atmosphere of trust and Christian love.
Year round & school year programs available. Before and aftercare available.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Good Shepherd Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
ALL
Year Founded
1998
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
comfortable weather appropriate
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,000
Tuition Notes
Full Day is 1225 and Half Day is 900 with before and after school options for our 10 month program. We also offer a 12 month Program with before and aftercare options. Please call for pricing
Summer Program Cost
$350
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer school is $350. per week. With 1/2 and full day options. We also offer extended hour care.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Admissions Director
Michelle
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chinese Club
Chinese Club
School Notes
- Priority enrollment in September for children ages 2.5 thru 3 and fully toilet trained. Parents must have a tour and speak with admissions director (Head of School) prior to placement. Applications accepted between Jan. thru Feb. each year are placed on our waitlist and families are notified in April each year if they will be selected for fall enrollment. Priority placement is given to returning students and alumni siblings.
- Now offering tradtional school year and year round school program with before and aftercare hours. 12 month school starts in September, 10 month school starts in September.
- Accepting enrollment applications year round.
- Our highly qualified teachers are awaiting to start your child's educational adventure.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Good Shepherd Montessori cost?
Good Shepherd Montessori's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students and $350 for summer students.
Does Good Shepherd Montessori offer a summer program?
Yes, Good Shepherd Montessori offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Good Shepherd Montessori offer?
Good Shepherd Montessori offers 2 interscholastic sports: Dance and Soccer.
What is Good Shepherd Montessori's ranking?
Good Shepherd Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Good Shepherd Montessori?
The application deadline for Good Shepherd Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Good Shepherd Montessori located?
Good Shepherd Montessori is located in the Ellsworth Springs neighborhood of Vancouver, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in Ellsworth Springs.
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School Reviews
5
Good Shepherd has been a wonderful experience! I have had 2 of my sons attend this school and the staff and the school are incredible, this is our 3rd Montessori school (my oldest son did one when he was younger and now another one for 1-5 grade students) and we have loved the environment and the method in which the children are guided. I can't say enough great things about our experience here over the years! Michelle Iisincredible, and every guide that our children have had has been amazing!
5 11/4/2022
I was so grateful to the wonderful staff of Good Shepherd Montessori. Both of my boys went to this school and felt loved and were super well-prepared for the elementary classroom. I can't say enough great things about this school. I never worried about my children while they were at this school. They have the children's best interest at the heart of everything they do. I was so appreciative of every moment my children got to spend at this school. They had the same loving staff for the 3-4 years my children attended.
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