The Hunt Ridge Montessori School first opened our doors in september, 1983.
When we welcomed six children to their first day of school.
Today, we are delighted to teach 85 children each day based on the principles set forth by maria montessori.
Maria montessori discovered that young children exhibit sensitive periods or a strong sensitivity to particular exercises and objects during various stages of their development.
This interest produces in the child an immense amount of intellectually directed activity.
The activity brings about the acquisition of that particular knowledge or skill which the child then masters quite easily.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 50 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
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Hunt Ridge Montessori School often compared to?
The Hunt Ridge Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Great Beginnings Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Hunt Ridge Montessori School?
The application deadline for The Hunt Ridge Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: The Hunt Ridge Montessori School vs. Great Beginnings Montessori School
The nearest high school to The Hunt Ridge Montessori School is Fairfield College Preparatory (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Fairfield Country Day School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Unquowa School (2.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
1073 N Benson Rd
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 254-4200
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 254-4200
1.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 757 students
2970 Bronson Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 259-2723
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 259-2723
1.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 201 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 8 Tuition listed
St. Catherine Academy
Special Education School (Catholic)
760 Tahmore Dr
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 540-5381
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 540-5381
1.8 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 13 students
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Alternative School
777 Commerce Drive, Suite 100
Fairfield, CT 06824
(877) 673-8893
Fairfield, CT 06824
(877) 673-8893
2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
981 Stratfield Road
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 336-3801
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 336-3801
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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