Heron Pond Montessori School

We are a N.C. state Licensed Center for 6 months to 6, and a State Licensed Private Shool grades K-12.
We have been serving the Outer Banks families for 30 years.
We have 4 locations located in the Kitty Hawk and Southern Shores area.
Please call us or email for us for more information.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 104 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,000
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1995

Student Body

Total Students
104 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Heron Pond Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $6200 to $12000
Admissions Director
Sallie Ackley
Admissions Associate
Lora Porter

School Notes

  • Application process completed. Tour givenn and All registration fees paid. Previous school records and immunizations provided. Student accepted by HPMS.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Heron Pond Montessori School cost?
Heron Pond Montessori School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Heron Pond Montessori School?
The application deadline for Heron Pond Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
  • Enrollment: 104 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,000
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in North Carolina is $12,527 for elementary schools and $13,903 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in North Carolina is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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