Kennebec Montessori School

Kennebec Montessori School is the only licensed, non-denominational alternative Primary and Elementary school in the greater Waterville area.
Our school is accredited through the American Montessori Society.
At our location in Fairfield, we offer Primary and Elementary Montessori programs to 128 children from age 3 to 12.
Our six classrooms are all multi-age: three Primary classrooms, two Lower Elementary classroom, and one Upper Elementary.
The mission of the Kennebec Montessori School is to provide young children with an educational program rooted in the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, in which respect for self, others, and the environment are fundamental.
The program is designed to heighten intellectual and social development through the process of exploration and discovery with concrete materials, while nurturing a natural curiosity and a love of learning.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 110 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
1976
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Kennebec Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Kennebec Montessori School is the only licensed, non-denominational alternative Primary and Elementary school in the greater Waterville area.
  • Our school is accredited through the American Montessori Society.
  • At our location in Fairfield, we offer Primary and Elementary Montessori programs to 128 children from age 3 to 12.
  • Our six classrooms are all multi-age: three Primary classrooms, two Lower Elementary classroom, and one Upper Elementary.
  • The mission of the Kennebec Montessori School is to provide young children with an educational program rooted in the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, in which respect for self, others, and the environment are fundamental.
  • The program is designed to heighten intellectual and social development through the process of exploration and discovery with concrete materials, while nurturing a natural curiosity and a love of learning.
Source: Verified school update

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What schools are Kennebec Montessori School often compared to?
Kennebec Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Stepping Stones Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Kennebec Montessori School?
The application deadline for Kennebec Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 110 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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