International Montessori School Photo #3 - A French Elementary student receiving a lesson in long division.

International Montessori School

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,110
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
159 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
International Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Cost indicated if for a regular day primary student. Tuition varies by program and length of day.
Admissions Associate
Tori Gredvig
Application URL

School Notes

  • International Montessori School combines an authentic Montessori education with language immersion in Mandarin, French and Spanish to provide a truly global education for children.The invaluable gift of fluency in a second language within the Montessori structure and philosophy will give your childaccess to a world far beyond the walls of any school.
  • This diverse community of teachers and families from many cultures, languages and backgrounds come together as a supportive and engaged learning community.All of our programs are based on the Montessori philosophy, taught by native teachers in Mandarin Chinese, French, or Spanish.The beauty of our diverse community is that we all bring a different perspective which provides all of us new opportunities to grow, to learn, and to connect with others.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does International Montessori School cost?
International Montessori School's tuition is approximately $17,110 for private students.
When is the application deadline for International Montessori School?
The application deadline for International Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is International Montessori School located?
International Montessori School is located in the Rockwood neighborhood of Durham, NC.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
My children have been enrolled in the french programs at IMS since 2008. I can't say enough about the school, the teachers, the curriculum, the peace based emphasis on interactions - I unconditionally recommend IMS to anyone interested in quality immersion experience with the phenomenal montessori platform.
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5  
IMS is a wonderful school that promotes biligualism and the Montessori Curriculum providing their students with strength of character. They spend more time providing individualized education and treatment to their students than any school I''ve ever seen. The children there thrive and love to be at school.
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5  
Could not have asked for more caring and loving teachers. My child is happy and loves school and that says it all.
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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 159 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,110
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Durham, NC is $17,642 for elementary schools and $22,296 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Durham, NC is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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