Our mission is to provide a multicultural environment that encourages and entices the child to become self-motivated to exhibit their own greatest learning potential while under the guidance of trained Montessori teachers.
Montessori East employs Maria Montessori`s holistic approach to education to foster joy, intelligence, independence, and self-confidence in children.
With personal respect for each child and a sincere dedication to his or her potential our AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) lead guides help establish a life-long love of learning and a sense of belonging in community.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked TN School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Acceptance rate: 40%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / May. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori East ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
140 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
no licensed characters
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 1 / May. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Tuition Notes
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,800
Acceptance Rate
40%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Alice Smith
Application URL
School Notes
- Montessori East's program is dramatically different than traditional systems of education. Each childlearns at his own pace under the careful guidance of a trained Montessori teacher who consistently tracksprogress andhelps him build on his own personal best in each subject. The child is encouragedto expand his current understanding and skills rather thanto compete/compare against others to determine his level of success. This enablesmanychildren to far exceed traditional state standards and produces an atmosphere ofcooperation, peace, confidenceand personal excellence.Mentoring other children, and being mentored by them,is also key to the successofour students. The Montessori method of education flowsnaturally with child development. Children are allowed to learn alone or in small groups and are encouraged to help one another according to their own personal skills and strengths.They are also encouraged to ask for help from other children. This empowerment of theirpeers andof themselves creates a lasting confidence andacertainty ofcompetence that would be impossible for an adult to impart.Of all the gifts of Montessori, self-trust and proactive empowermentmay be the greatest, as it is life-long when it is established in a child at an early age.Other important aspects ofMontessori East's program include freedom of choice in activity and timing, the freedom to move around the classroom as opposed to being confined to a desk or table, peacefulproblem-solving,social skills, a sense of belonging in a community, responsibility and a life-long love of learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori East cost?
Montessori East's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Montessori East?
The acceptance rate of Montessori East is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. Montessori East's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Tennessee with low acceptance rates.
What is Montessori East's ranking?
Montessori East ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Montessori East?
The application deadline for Montessori East is Mar. 1 / May. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 / May. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Montessori East located?
Montessori East is located in the Rolling Acres neighborhood of Nashville, TN.
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