Montessori Academy at Spring Valley for Toddlers through 8th grade students is situated on 14-acre wooded Campus in Federal Way where students experience Nature daily through Nature walks and Nature Studies. Students raise salmon from eggs and release the fingerlings into the salmon-run Hylebos Creek going through the Campus. Spring Valley Montessori also offers MACTE accredited Montessori Teacher Education Programs at the Early Childhood and Elementary levels.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori Academy At Spring Valley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1951
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Education for Life
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
56%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
Advanced Courses
Montessori teacher education
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
Tuition Notes
tuition is paid in 10 monthly payments; tuition assistance available for returning students based on need .
Summer Program Cost
$800
Summer Program Cost Notes
weekly payments of 250 plus registration fee.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Debbie Montgomery
Admissions Associate
Debbie Montgomery
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Montessori Academy at Spring Valleyprovides classes forPreschoolthrough 8th grade students. All early learning takes place initially through the senses. Given a prepared environment, the child will choose, from the varied and rich stimuli present, the tools necessary for his/her own natural growth. The Montessori environment is a positive, stimulating, and enriching environment for children of all ages, all cultural backgrounds, all capabilities and/or gifts. The work process involves attaining skills, refining tasks, developing sensitivities, strengthening concentration, solving problems, and achieving new insights. The goal is to become happy and useful members of society; to achieve the ability to "cope" and to "adapt" well, and to gain competence to function in the real world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori Academy At Spring Valley cost?
Montessori Academy At Spring Valley's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students and $800 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Montessori Academy At Spring Valley?
The acceptance rate of Montessori Academy At Spring Valley is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 81%.
Does Montessori Academy At Spring Valley offer a summer program?
Yes, Montessori Academy At Spring Valley offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Montessori Academy At Spring Valley offer?
Montessori Academy At Spring Valley offers 2 interscholastic sports: Soccer and Track and Field.
What is Montessori Academy At Spring Valley's ranking?
Montessori Academy At Spring Valley ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy At Spring Valley?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy At Spring Valley is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 6/16/2023
We love Montessori Academy at Spring Valley. Our sons have been at the school all through elementary school and absolutely love it. They have amazing thoughtful teachers and wonderful friends.
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