Montessori At Samish Woods

Samish Woods offers an educational environment where children are free to explore the natural world and where peaceful interactions and problem solving skills are modeled and taught.
The arts are valued along with math, language, and integrated units of study focusing on science and history.
This ensures every child a well rounded education.  Each child receives individual attention balanced with small and whole group lessons.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,850
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Montessori At Samish Woods ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
2009

Student Body

Total Students
78 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Montessori At Samish Woods Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
12%
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Elementary Tuition
% on Financial Aid
10%
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Yuki Gough

School Notes

  • Children are supported to learn at their own pace and receive developmentally appropriate lessons at Samish Woods. Our three classrooms are multi-age and based on a three year cycle. This provides stability and continuity for each child to thrive to their fullest. There are typically 20-25 children in each classroom with a lead teacher and an assistant. The school's campus includes a natural environment and creek. We are a non-profit private school formed and operated by teachers as a teacher professional partnership. Samish Woods is a Washington state certified private school with a limited number of scholarships available.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montessori At Samish Woods cost?
Montessori At Samish Woods's tuition is approximately $10,850 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Montessori At Samish Woods?
The acceptance rate of Montessori At Samish Woods is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Montessori At Samish Woods's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.
What is Montessori At Samish Woods's ranking?
Montessori At Samish Woods ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Montessori At Samish Woods?
The application deadline for Montessori At Samish Woods is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Montessori At Samish Woods located?
Montessori At Samish Woods is located in the Samish Hill neighborhood of Bellingham, WA.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 78 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,850
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Whatcom County, WA is $7,767 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Whatcom County, WA is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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