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 Facts (2026)
- 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
School Type
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.: 24%
Students 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
$12,000
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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