The Montessori children Academies consists of 6 highly respected educational, childcare and recreational environments that have nurtured Swinging the lives of thousands of St. Louis children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age.
The Montessori children Academies administer a highly respected Montessori education, daycare and recreational summer camps.
The Montessori method nurtures the development of the whole child to incorporate the child's social, intellectual, emotional, and physical needs.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
102 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hope Montessori Academy often compared to?
Hope Montessori Academy is often viewed alongside schools like The Goddard School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Hope Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Hope Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Hope Montessori Academy vs. The Goddard School
The nearest high school to Hope Montessori Academy is Apprende Private School (2.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Gerard Majella Catholic School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Kirkwood West KinderCare (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Kirkwood West KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS-PK 0.9 miles 13550 Big Bend Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(636) 861-9400
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(636) 861-9400
0.9
NS-PK
n/a
St. Gerard Majella Catholic School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 511 students 1.2 miles 2005 Dougherty Ferry Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 822-8844
Saint Louis, MO 63122
(314) 822-8844
1.2
PK-8
511
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 289 students 2 miles 12 Ann Ave
Valley Park, MO 63088
(636) 225-3824
Valley Park, MO 63088
(636) 225-3824
2
PK-8
289
Grades: PK-12 | 17 students 2.1 miles 436B Valley School Drive
Valley Park, MO 63088
(636) 225-5485
Valley Park, MO 63088
(636) 225-5485
2.1
PK-12
17
Christ Prince Of Peace School
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-8 | 268 students 2.1 miles 417 Weidman Rd
Ballwin, MO 63011
(636) 394-6840
Ballwin, MO 63011
(636) 394-6840
2.1
PK-8
268
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