Montessori Island School
The continuing mission of Montessori Island School is to provide high quality childcare and early childhood education based upon the philosophy and methodology of Maria Montessori.
We do this by providing a safe and nuturing environment designed around the needs of the young child and their families, staffed by credentialed Montessori teachers and their trained classroom assistants.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,000
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Montessori Island School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
15%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,500
Admissions Director
Jennifer Flores
School Notes
- The continuing mission of Montessori Island School is to provide high quality childcare and early childhood education based upon the philosophy and methodology of Maria Montessori. We do this by providing a safe and nuturing environment designed around the needs of the young child and their families, staffed by credentialed Montessori teachers and their trained classroom assistants.
- Each child at Montessori Island School will always be recognized as an individual and treated accordingly with respect and consideration, in turn learning to pass this respect onto all others. Encouraging the child's natural curiosity and motivation for learning, while promoting their self-esteem in an environment rich in success, is the cornerstone of our program.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori Island School cost?
Montessori Island School's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Island School?
The application deadline for Montessori Island School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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