Montessori is a method of teaching developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 1900s.
Dr. Montessori, a physician turned educator, used her scientific and biological background while observing children with special needs.
She in turn developed a method of teaching, which encompassed the whole child. Her philosophy is that each child innately knows what Montessori is a method of teaching developed by Dr. Maria Montessori in the early 1900s.
Dr. Montessori, a physician turned educator, used her scientific and biological background while observing children with special needs.
She in turn developed a method of teaching, which encompassed the whole child.
Her philosophy is that each child innately knows what they are ready to learn and if given the appropriate environment the child would be drawn to activities for which s/he is ready.
Because no two children are exactly alike, a Montessori environment allows for each child to learn at his or her own pace.
The Montessori classroom is created to meet the childs developmental needs. Montessori classes are multi-age within three years.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2000
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Depends on program - There are full and half day programs. All programs are 5 days (M-F)
Admissions Director
Erin Conway
Admissions Associate
Sandy Gayda
School Notes
- Montessori Cottage affirms its commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in education of all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, national origin or disability, in the admission of children.
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Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Montessori Cottage?
The application deadline for Montessori Cottage is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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