Montessori Educational Centers, Inc.
Tel:
(402)393-1311
- Montessori Educational Centers, Inc. is a network of 7 privately-owned, Montessori schools conveniently located throughout the Omaha metropolitan area accepting children 6 weeks 12 years old.
- The schools are an affiliate of the American Montessori Society and accredited by the State of Nebraska- Department of Education, for all levels offered: 0 - 3 (infant/toddler), 3 - 6 (primary), and 6 - 12 (elementary).
- We offer a variety of options, including a half and full-day curriculum as well as before and after school care.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Students: 350 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
Montessori Educational Centers, Inc. places among the top 20% of private schools in Nebraska for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Highest percentage of students of color
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-6 |
| Year Founded | 1967 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 350 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 86% State avg.: 15% |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 64 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 25% |
| Average Class Size | 18 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual (at Elementary Level) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Please contact our administrative office for current tuition rates. Thank you! |
| Admissions Director | Carolyn Kruger |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 7 sports |
| Sports | Dance, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, VolleyballDance, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Chess, Cooking, Spanish, Visual and Performance Arts |
School Notes
- Montessori Educational Centers, Inc. was started in 1967 by Dr. LaVonne Plambeck, the present owner/administrator of the schools. It began as one class, ages 3-6, for eighteen children and has since expanded to serve more than 1,000 students. Montessori Educational Centers, Inc. is a system of independent schools committed to providing excellent education for children six weeks through the sixth grade in three year cycles. These child-centered schools promote joy in learning and strive to prepare each student for the next level of education. Montessori Educational Centers, Inc. curriculum implements the Montessori philosophy and methodology at the infant and toddler level and continues with the approach into the elementary program. The classroom environment stimulates intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth. The school promotes the development of self-motivation, independence, curiosity, cooperation, inquisitiveness, and concern for others within the framework of a strong academic curriculum.
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