Guidepost Montessori at Columbus Square is a growing community serving children 6 weeks to 6 years old with infant, toddler, preschool and kindergarten programs.
We are also pleased to offer Mandarin Immersion programs! Discover more about our accredited, authentic Montessori school with a tour today.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Our bedrock principle is that the individual human life, fully lived, is an end in itself.
- Guidepost Columbus Square is part of an international network of Montessori schools dedicated to helping children grow through joyful learning. Our school in Columbus Square offers a nurturing and educational environment for infants (6 weeks to 12 months), toddlers (1 to 3 years), and young children (3 to 6 years old), with a Mandarin language immersion option available. Early childhood years are the most critical time in your child's development. These years are foundational in shaping your child's future health, well-being, and happiness at school and home. Montessori education provides your child with the tools to navigate lifelong learning. Are you searching for a day care, preschool, or kindergarten in Columbus Square, NY? You may want to consider Guidepost Montessori. The day care years correspond to our 'Nido' program, the preschool years correspond to our ‘Toddler’ program, and the kindergarten years correspond to our 'Children's House' program. With Montessori's emphasis on helping children grow through joyful learning, Guidepost at Columbus Square can provide a nurturing environment for your child and prepare them for success at elementary school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Guidepost Montessori at Columbus Square?
The application deadline for Guidepost Montessori at Columbus Square is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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