Montessori By The Sea Photo #2 - Our third year students in Lower Elementary enjoyed presenting the First Great Lesson to the class!

Montessori By The Sea

Montessori By The Sea provides an authentic Montessori education to children ages three (3) years of age through Upper Elementary. We have 2 Primary classrooms, 1 Lower El (1st-3rd grade) and 1 Upper El (4th-6th grade).
All teachers hold Montessori teaching certificates from Montessori training program.
Our child centered curriculum includes movement, multi-sensory materials and guided discovery within a mixed age community of children.
Students ulitize the beach and Gulf of Mexico right next to our campus as an exploritory environment for learning.
Parents are encourage to become a part of our Montessori community, as families get to know each other and play an active part in the school through volunteer programs and social events organized by our Montessori Parent Association (MPA).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 72 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,910
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Montessori By The Sea Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Primary Annual Tuition $7605 Elementary Annual Tuition 8910
Summer Program Cost
$175
Summer Program Cost Notes
175 per week
Admissions Associate
Christina Warnstedt
Application URL

School Notes

  • Montessori by the Sea is a private, non-profit Montessori school currently serving children from 3 to 12 years old in beautiful multi-age learning environments. Our school is just minutes away from St. Petersburg and Gulfport overlooking the Gulf of Mexico in historic Pass-A-Grille Beach, Florida. We offer an authentic Montessori curriculum, including movement, hands on learning and guided discovery. Montessori certified educators facilitate the delivery of that curriculum in a manner that nurtures a life-long love of learning and instills a sense of wonder.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montessori By The Sea cost?
Montessori By The Sea's tuition is approximately $8,910 for private students and $175 for summer students.
When is the application deadline for Montessori By The Sea?
The application deadline for Montessori By The Sea is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
This school is such a little gem. Located just across the street from the Gulf of Mexico, we couldn't believe how lucky we were to have found such an awesome school for our son. Miss Katie and Miss Kathy are excellent teachers who truly take their time to work with your child and his/her individual needs. We have almost completed their primary program and will move on to lower elementary in August. They also have a great beach summer camp for 3-6-year-olds that you don't want to miss!
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5  
Montessori by the Sea offers true Montessori education provided by supportive, hands on teachers. This school is set across the street from the Gulf of Mexico which provides the children the additional opportunity to explore their environment and learn about marine life as well.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 72 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,910
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Saint Petersburg, FL is $12,871 for elementary schools and $18,514 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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