Founded in 1991, Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is a community for children 2 to 6 years where children, parents, and guides (teachers) feel connected to one another creating a foundation that allows us to support children as they develop into resilient, focused and empathic adults who are prepared to lead impactful lives.
MCSH's goal has always been to provide a carefully planned, stimulating environment based on the tenants of Dr. Maria Montessori.
Our objective is to help children develop within themselves the fundamental habits, attitudes, skills, and ideas which are essential for a lifetime of creative thinking.
As educators, our role is to: Spark curiosity
Encourage autonomy Practice mindfulness Support self-reflection Exemplify self-compassion Facilitate personal connection to learning
Provide a brain-based hands-on curriculum that creates an active learning environment
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Educating Outside the Lines
- Founded in 1991, Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is a community for children 2 to 6 years where children, parents, and guides (teachers) feel connected to one another creating a foundation that allows us to support children as they develop into resilient, focusedand empathic adults who are prepared to lead impactful lives.
- MCSH's goal has always been to provide a carefully planned, stimulating environment based on the tenants of Dr. Maria Montessori.
- Our objective is to help children develop within themselves the fundamental habits, attitudes, skills, and ideas which are essential for a lifetime of creative thinking.
- As educators, our role is to:
- Spark curiosity
- Encourage autonomy
- Practice mindfulness
- Support self-reflection
- Exemplify self-compassion
- Facilitate personal connection to learning
- Provide a brain-based hands-on curriculum that creates an active learning environment
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori Children's Schoolhouse often compared to?
Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is often viewed alongside schools like Mount Lebanon Montessori by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Children's Schoolhouse?
The application deadline for Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is Jan. 15.
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Quick Facts
950 Perry Highway
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 318-4885
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 318-4885
15.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 207 students Avg. class size: 16 students Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition listed
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