Jarrow Montessori School

3900 Orange Ct Boulder, CO 80304
www.jarrow.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 183 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $24,130
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 183 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $24,130
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Jarrow Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute
School History

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Pre-K is largest with 65 students, well above Nursery’s 38 and every higher grade, which all have 20 or fewer students.
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
with assessment
Year Founded
1964
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
Campus Size
4 acres

Student Body

Total Students
183 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 25%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please see website/tuition varies according to age.
% on Financial Aid
8%
Admissions Director
Gavin Green
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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
ArtMusic


Recreational Athletic Programs:
MovementYoga


Other Activities:
Spanish

School Notes

  • Founded in 1964, Jarrow Montessori School is the oldest Montessori school in Colorado.
  • Jarrow is a private, non-profit, co-ed school for children eighteen months through sixth grade.
  • The development of concentration, independence, self-discipline, and a sense of order and responsibility are prerequisites for success in learning and becoming a citizen of the world.
  • The Montessori approach is an education for life.
  • Jarrow's goal in using the basic tenets of Montessori is to encourage the development of responsible, caring young people who can direct their own lives, conscientiously and thoughtfully, and contribute to making the world a better place for future generations.
  • Jarrow's curriculum combines the Montessori method with the best educational practices. Students thrive within our child-centered approach and small class sizes with a 10:1 ratio in almost all classes, with two or three teachers per classroom.
  • Inspiring Montessori-trained teachers provide children with developmentally appropriate opportunities to discover, observe, choose, and exercise responsibility.
  • The goal is for each student to be a self-reliant, eager, and have rich academic, social, and interpersonal skills.
  • Jarrow graduates are achievers who consistently excel in their environments.
  • Jarrow also offers a summer camp and provides after-school enrichments.
  • Founded in 1964, Jarrow Montessori School is the oldest Montessori school in Colorado. Jarrow is a private, non-profit, co-ed school for children eighteen months through sixth grade. The development of concentration, independence, self-discipline and a sense of order and responsibility are prerequisites for success in learning as well as in becoming a citizen of the world. The Montessori approach is education for life. Jarrow's goal in using the basic tenets of Montessori is to encourage the development of responsible, caring young people who can direct their own lives, in a conscientious and thoughtful manner, and contribute to making the world a better place for future generations. Jarrow's curriculum combines the Montessori method with the best educational practices. Students thrive within our child-centered approach and small class sizes of approximately eighteen pupils and two or three teachers per classroom. Inspiring teachers provide children with developmentally appropriate opportunities to discover, observe, choose, and exercise responsibility. The goal is for each student to be a self-reliant, eager, life-long learner. Jarrow graduates are achievers who consistently excel in their environments. Jarrow also offers a summer camp and provides after-school programs.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Jarrow Montessori School cost?
Jarrow Montessori School's tuition is approximately $24,130 for private students.
What is Jarrow Montessori School's ranking?
Jarrow Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Jarrow Montessori School?
The application deadline for Jarrow Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Jarrow Montessori School located?
Jarrow Montessori School is located in the North Boulder neighborhood of Boulder, CO.

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