Indiana Montessori Academys mission is to provide an environment for children to foster their natural love of learning; and develop socially, academically and emotionally. IMA builds a strong sense of community utilizing the concepts and practices founded by Dr. Maria Montessori. IMA believes a respectful, thoughtful, peaceful child will create a peaceful and sustainable future.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2011
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Cora Dustman
Application URL
School Notes
- Indiana Montessori Academy is the only school in the state of Indiana accredited by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI).
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Indiana Montessori Academy cost?
Indiana Montessori Academy's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
Does Indiana Montessori Academy offer a summer program?
Yes, Indiana Montessori Academy offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Indiana Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Indiana Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Indiana Montessori Academy is University High School of Indiana (2.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Our Lady Of Mt Carmel School (3.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Primrose School At West Clay (1.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Primrose School At West Clay
Daycare / Preschool
13096 Moultrie St
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 873-0123
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 873-0123
1.5 miles
Gr: K | 32 students
Centennial KinderCare ![Centennial KinderCare Photo - Centennial KinderCare Learning Center]( "Centennial KinderCare Photo - Centennial KinderCare Learning Center")
Daycare / Preschool
15401 Clearbrook St.
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 569-5150
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 569-5150
2.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Spring Mill KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
609 - 509 West 161st St
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 804-5143
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 804-5143
2.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
2825 W 116th Street
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-4475
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-4475
2.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 34 Tuition listed
Our Lady Of Mt Carmel School
(Catholic)
14596 Oakridge Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 846-3475
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 846-3475
3.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 645 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
2825 W 116th Street
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-4475
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 733-4475
2.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 34 Tuition listed
525 Congressional Blvd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-4224
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-4224
4.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Transitions Academy
Alternative School
11075 N Pennsylvania St
Indianapolis, IN 46280
(317) 805-1800
Indianapolis, IN 46280
(317) 805-1800
4.6 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 78 students
Midwest Academy
Special Education School
1420 Chase Court
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 843-9500
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 843-9500
4.7 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 99 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1
434 S Union St
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 896-9324
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 896-9324
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 79 students Avg. class size: 6 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Our Lady Of Mt Carmel School
(Catholic)
14596 Oakridge Rd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 846-3475
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 846-3475
3.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 645 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
St. Maria Goretti School
(Catholic)
17104 Spring Mill Rd
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 896-5582
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 896-5582
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 506 students Avg. class size: 23 students Tuition listed
525 Congressional Blvd
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-4224
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 844-4224
4.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 228 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Transitions Academy
Alternative School
11075 N Pennsylvania St
Indianapolis, IN 46280
(317) 805-1800
Indianapolis, IN 46280
(317) 805-1800
4.6 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 78 students
Midwest Academy
Special Education School
1420 Chase Court
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 843-9500
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 843-9500
4.7 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 99 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Primrose School At West Clay
Daycare / Preschool
13096 Moultrie St
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 873-0123
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 873-0123
1.5 miles
Gr: K | 32 students
Centennial KinderCare ![Centennial KinderCare Photo - Centennial KinderCare Learning Center]( "Centennial KinderCare Photo - Centennial KinderCare Learning Center")
Daycare / Preschool
15401 Clearbrook St.
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 569-5150
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 569-5150
2.4 miles
Gr: NS-PK
Spring Mill KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
609 - 509 West 161st St
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 804-5143
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 804-5143
2.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK
St. Maria Goretti School
(Catholic)
17104 Spring Mill Rd
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 896-5582
Westfield, IN 46074
(317) 896-5582
3.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 506 students Avg. class size: 23 students Tuition listed
Advent Lutheran Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
11250 N Michigan Rd
Zionsville, IN 46077
(317) 873-6318
Zionsville, IN 46077
(317) 873-6318
3.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 77 students Tuition listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Danville Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1425 W Lincoln St
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-5491
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-5491
9118.2 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 870 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Tri-west Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
555 W Us Hwy 136
Lizton, IN 46149
(317) 994-4200
Lizton, IN 46149
(317) 994-4200
9118.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 432 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Danville Community High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Warrior Way
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-6431
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-6431
9118.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 853 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
South Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1375 W Lincoln St
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2131
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2131
9118.4 miles
Gr: 2-4 | 626 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
398 Urban St
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2610
Danville, IN 46122
(317) 745-2610
9118.6 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 446 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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