Montessori Academy Of Valparaiso
Tel:
(219) 462-1932
- The Montessori School of Valparaiso is an educational facility intended to provide programs that stimulate the creativity, imagination and inquisitiveness of children.
- Classes incorporate physical, social and intellectual growth in a non-competitive environment.
- Activities presented are developed to promote a healthy child, who has a positive self-image and enjoys learning.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Students: 87 students
- Yearly Tuition: $535
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten |
| Year Founded | 1972 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 87 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 22% State avg.: 19% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 6 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 25 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $535 |
| Tuition Notes | We have several programs. Pricing depends on the program. I listed highest price 5 day,full day program |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Dawn Tasher |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Drums Alive, Kindermusik, Yogakids, Young Rembrandts |
School Notes
- Toddler Program for children 18 months to 3 years old. The Program meets Monday-Friday from 8am-10am. Staff to student ratio is 1:5. Class maximum is 16.
- Preschool Program for children ages 3-5. The Program meets Monday-Friday from 8am-11am or 12pm-3pm. Staff to student ratio is 1:10. Class maximum is 30.
- Extended Preschool Program is for children who turn age 4 on or before August 1st. It meets Monday-Friday from 8am-1:30pm. Staff to student ratio is 1:8. Class maximum is 24.
- Kindergarten Program for children who turn 5 on or before August 1st. It meets Monday-Friday from 8am-1:30 pm. Staff to student ratio is 1:9. Class maximum is 27.
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