The Montessori Children's School offers your child a happy, nurturing, loving, and creative atmosphere; a love of learning; the ability to work and play harmoniously with others; social skills developed in a relaxed environment; a solid educational foundation; exciting, challenging material created to satisfy the needs of the "sensitive periods" in your child's development; an environment where learning evolves like building blocks as your child advances, starting with basic materials and growing to the more challenging; a longer concentration span; self-discipline, initiative, and excellent work habits; and a program where your child can learn at his/her own pace, naturally and spontaneously, in an open classroom environment.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 128 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,800
- Acceptance rate: 35%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori Childrens School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
128 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
35%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- The Montessori Children's School offers your child a happy, nurturing, loving, and creative atmosphere; a love of learning; the ability to work and play harmoniously with others; social skills developed in a relaxed environment; a solid educational foundation; exciting, challenging material created to satisfy the needs of the "sensitive periods" in your child's development; an environment where learning evolves like building blocks as your child advances, starting with basic materials and growing to the more challenging; a longer concentration span; self-discipline, initiative, and excellent work habits; and a program where your child can learn at his/her own pace, naturally and spontaneously, in an open classroom environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori Childrens School cost?
Montessori Childrens School's tuition is approximately $7,800 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Montessori Childrens School?
The acceptance rate of Montessori Childrens School is 35%, which is lower than the national average of 80%. Montessori Childrens School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
What is Montessori Childrens School's ranking?
Montessori Childrens School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Childrens School?
The application deadline for Montessori Childrens School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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