Montessori Children's Academy
Tel:
(562) 928-3041
- The Montessori Children's Academy (MCA) is a private Montessori school which is committed to inspiring and motivating children ages 2 1/2 to 6 to learn by providing the finest Montessori educational experience. We respect, nurture, and expand the academic, social, and emotional gifts of each student while preserving the true spirit and purpose of childhood.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Students: 102 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-6 |
| Year Founded | 1999 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 102 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 98% State avg.: 29% |
| Students by Grade |
|
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 4 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 26:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Advanced Courses | N/A |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Admissions Director | Melissa Scuderi |
| Admissions Associate | Jeanine Christiana |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 1 extracurricular |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Arts and Music Programs: After School Enrichment Program |
School Notes
Using traditional Montessori methods, The Montessori Children`s
Academy (MCA) provides a developmentally challenging, yet
appropriate, learning environment that engages children`s natural
curiosity and helps them to develop a lifelong love of
learning.
Our programs are enhanced by exposure to foreign language, health, the arts, and environmental education.
Our Kindergarten and Elementary students also enjoy technology and physical education classes, as well as a variety of enrichment experiences both in and out of the classroom.
Opportunities to plan and participate in community outreach and service projects align all of our students with the skills they will need to position themselves as future leaders in our global community.
With campuses in Morristown, Chatham, and Short Hills, MCA offers:
Our programs are enhanced by exposure to foreign language, health, the arts, and environmental education.
Our Kindergarten and Elementary students also enjoy technology and physical education classes, as well as a variety of enrichment experiences both in and out of the classroom.
Opportunities to plan and participate in community outreach and service projects align all of our students with the skills they will need to position themselves as future leaders in our global community.
With campuses in Morristown, Chatham, and Short Hills, MCA offers:
- Full- & Half-Day Preschool Programs,
- Full-Day Kindergarten,
- Before & After School Extended Hours,
- Montessori, My Child, & Me for children 18-30 months with their caregivers,
- MCA Summer Camp, and
- LEAF Approach to Enrichments.
- Our Short Hills campus also is home to our Elementary Program.
Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school and elementary school to Montessori Children's Academy is The Morristown-beard School (0.9 miles away)
- The nearest preschool is Montessori Children's Academy (0.0 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- MorristownMontessori Children's AcademyMontessori SchoolGrades: PK-K | 67 students
0 miles
6 Kahn Rd
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 410-9669 0 PK-K
67 - Morristown Grades: 6-12 | 571 students
0.9 miles
70 Whippany Road
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 539-3032 0.9 6-12
571 - Morristown Grades: K-8 | 344 students
1 miles
247 South Street
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 539-8660 1 K-8
344 - MorristownFusion Academy MorristownAlternative SchoolGrades: 6-12
1.3 miles
182 South Street, Suite 4
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 267-0474 1.3 6-12
n/a - Florham Park Grades: NS-K
1.3 miles
190 Campus Drive
Florham Park, NJ 07932
(973) 437-5100 1.3 NS-K
n/a
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