Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Schools is based on that of Maria Montessori as she developed her Children's Houses; placing emphasis on what she referred to as the "triad": the individual child, the prepared environment, and the teacher as the observer and a director.
This School uses Maria Montessori program. Dr. Maria Montessori believed that no human being is educated by another person.
He must do it himself or it will never get done.
A truly educated individual continues learning long after the hours and years he spends in the classroom because he is motivated from within by a natural curiosity and love for knowledge.
Dr. Montessori felt, therefore, that the goal of early childhood education should not be to fill the child with facts from a pre-selected course of studies, but rather to cultivate his own natural desire to learn.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Yearly Tuition: $245
- 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 Nursery/Preschool
Year Founded
1977
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Schools is based on that of Maria Montessori as she developed her Children's Houses; placing emphasis on what she referred to as the "triad": the individual child, the prepared environment, and the teacher as the observer and a director. This School uses Maria Montessori program. Dr. Maria Montessori believed that no human being is educated by another person. He must do it himself or it will never get done. A truly educated individual continues learning long after the hours and years he spends in the classroom because he is motivated from within by a natural curiosity and love for knowledge. Dr. Montessori felt, therefore, that the goal of early childhood education should not be to fill the child with facts from a pre-selected course of studies, but rather to cultivate his own natural desire to learn.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Larry Page, founder of Google -
- Sergey Brin, founder of Google -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Montessori School cost?
Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Montessori School's tuition is approximately $245 for private students.
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Who are famous alumni from Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Montessori School?
Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Montessori School famous alumni include: Larry Page, founder of Google and Sergey Brin, founder of Google.
When is the application deadline for Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Montessori School?
The application deadline for Lavonna Peterson Early Childhood Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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