Montessori Day School, founded in 1979, is dedicated to building a lifelong love of learning with our students. We provide an enriched Montessori curriculum to meet the needs of children with a wide range of abilities, toddler through elementary.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NC School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Case by case consideration of needs
Year Founded
1979
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Building a lifelong love of learning since 1979
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Be ready to play and create art!
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 1 / rolling
Tuition Notes
*Toddler 5 day: $9,875
*Preschool 5 day: $9,875
Kindergarten: $11,450
Elementary: $11,550
*Limited number of 3 day programs available.
Summer Program Cost
$195
Summer Program Cost Notes
Cost is per weekly session from mid-June to mid-August.
% on Financial Aid
1%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,400
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Heather Epes
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Classroom Cooks
Arts and Music Programs:
Listening to Preschool Readers, Music Program, Spanish Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
P.E.
Classroom Cooks
Arts and Music Programs:
Listening to Preschool Readers, Music Program, Spanish Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
P.E.
School Notes
- Our preschool's goal is to help each child develop the foundational habits, attitudes, skills, and thoughtfulness that are essential for a lifetime of creative learning.
- Our Montessori elementary curriculum provides non-competitive, intellectually and chronologically diverse learning opportunities.
- We are dedicated to the continued enrichment of our students through additional classes in music and languages, art and crafting, community service learning opportunities, educational field trips and in-school presentations, developing peace and environmental curricula, and providing our students with a model of conflict resolution mediation.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori Day School cost?
Montessori Day School's tuition is approximately $195 for summer students.
What schools are Montessori Day School often compared to?
Montessori Day School is often viewed alongside schools like Emerson Waldorf School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Montessori Day School?
The acceptance rate of Montessori Day School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
Does Montessori Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Montessori Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Montessori Day School's ranking?
Montessori Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Day School?
The application deadline for Montessori Day School is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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