Montessori Academy Of Valparaiso
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 (2021-22)
- School Type: Montessori School
- 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
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
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.: 22%
Students by Grade
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
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
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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