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Greene Towne Montessori School educates children ages 18-months through 3rd grade and is the longest running and only accredited Montessori school in Philadelphia.
Each environment in the school is carefully considered according to the Montessori philosophy.
We offer school day and all day schedules to accommodate the diverse needs of families who live and work in the city. Tuition Assistance and Summer Camp programs are available.
Greene Towne Montessori School is the oldest and only
accredited Montessori school in Center City, Philadelphia,
providing a superlative Montessori education for parents and
children from the Montessori & Me classes to the toddler through
third grade classrooms.
Every aspect of Greene Towne Montessori stimulates creativity
and learning, with educational materials that are designed
specifically for a young child's mind and body. The environments
are colorful, bright and inviting; children are inspired, whether
they are writing a short story with the moveable alphabet, taking
pictures for a photography exhibit, or watering plants in our roof
deck container garden.
Greene Towne Montessori School is accredited by the American
Montessori Society and the Pennsylvania Association of Independent
Schools and offers tuition assistance to qualified families.
Does Greene Towne Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, Greene Towne Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Greene Towne Montessori School?
The application deadline for Greene Towne Montessori School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Greene Towne Montessori School located?
Greene Towne Montessori School is located in the Center City neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 6 other private schools located in Center City.
Grades: PK-8 | 181 students1.7 miles 2917 Dickinson St Philadelphia, PA 19146 (215) 909-0345
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(4 reviews)
54/2/2025
Greene Towne Montessori School has been an incredible gift to our family. From the moment we joined, we felt confident that our children were in the best possible hands. The teachers are deeply dedicated, compassionate, and thoughtful in their approach, creating an environment where our children feel safe, nurtured, and inspired to learn. We've watched them truly thrive-academically, emotionally, socially, and physically-within this Montessori setting. As newcomers to Philadelphia, choosing the right school was one of our most important decisions, and Greene Towne has made us feel completely at home. It's not just a school-it's a community. We've been welcomed into a warm and supportive network of educators, children, and fellow parents and have formed meaningful friendships with families we met through the school. Our kids are genuinely excited to go to school each day, and it's been amazing to see the strong foundation that's being laid for their lifelong learning. We cannot recommend Greene Towne highly enough. It has made all the difference in our lives.
- Posted by Parent - Jessica Rice
59/15/2023
Greene Towne is an exceptional Montessori school with over 50 years of experience in Philadelphia. The teachers are phenomenal- highly trained and nurturing- who gently guide the children in their individual learning. The staff support is top-notch. The entire community practices the mission of "cultivat(ing) in children respect, confidence, autonomy, and curiosity."
- Posted by Parent - S. Storm
56/16/2023
Incredible school, we are SO happy with our decision to send our daughter here. One year in, her confidence, independence and love of learning have grown! The entire Greene Towne experience is so well thought out and truly designed to help children enjoy education and flourish. My daughter is the 3rd in my family to go here (her cousins both went through Kindergarten) and we're all thrilled with the experience, our kids' love of the school and the quality of the education.
- Posted by Parent - Simi
511/21/2022
Greene Towne has a 50+ year track record educating generations of children in Philadelphia. As the only Montessori school in the city fully accredited by the American Montessori Society and Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools, every aspect of the school--from teacher training requirements to the detailed curriculum to the facilities and classroom materials--is held to the highest standards. We have personally had a great experience there with our two children since starting in 2019.
- Posted by Parent - Clayton T
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