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Montessori Internationale School

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Montessori Internationale School Photo #1 - For 25 years, Montessori Internationale School has been a hidden gem in the Knoxville area. We are a Montessori Primary school serving children ages 3-6.
MIS is a Montessori primary school serving ages 3 6 in a carefully prepared, mixed-age environment.
The multiple age range encompasses what is commonly referred to as preschool, pre-kindergarten, and kindergarten.
The Tennessee Department of Education licenses our school, and students graduating from our Kindergarten program have the option to transfer to any public or private school of their family's choosing.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 24 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1995
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 21, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Montessori Internationale School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Our program encompasses a diverse range of topics, including mathematics, language, geography, science, social and cultural studies, music, art, practical life skills, and social skills.
  • Our school is conveniently located on Northshore Drive near I-140. We are nestled within a quiet community and neighbored by a local church. We have ample outdoor space with privacy fencing and gardens for the children, and our school building was designed and built by a trained Montessori teacher for optimal use as a Montessori classroom.
  • MIS is dedicated to providing a high-quality Montessori program for all children and families, and does not discriminate based on race, gender, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, or political affiliation. We have a wonderfully diverse student body and parent community, which we celebrate, respect, and enjoy.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Montessori Internationale School?
The application deadline for Montessori Internationale School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 24 students
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Knoxville, TN is $15,901 for elementary schools and $16,104 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Knoxville, TN is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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