Montessori Learning Community Of Asheville
MLC is located in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina and has been teaching and loving children in the area for over 20 years.
The child learns most easily in the years before age 6, and has the most to learn.
Our program provides hands-on experiential materials designed to allow self-teaching at the childs own rate of development and interest level.
Every challenge a child meets at this point will be a step on the path of learning.
We aim to provide positive experience which reinforces a child's natural curiosity, determination and enthusiam.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
12%
Average Class Size
8 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
2012-2013
3-6 Program:
5 full days: $525
4 full days: $475
3 full days: $420
2 full days: $340
5 half days: $422
Toddler Program:
5 full days: $537
4 full days: $487
3 full days: $430
2 full days: $348
5 half days: $432
% on Financial Aid
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$100
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Center Stage Pre-Ballet and TumbleBugs, Computer Pals, LANGOAsheville Spanish, Soccer Shots, YWCA Swim
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Montessori Learning Community Of Asheville offer?
Montessori Learning Community Of Asheville offers 2 interscholastic sports: Soccer and Swimming.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Learning Community Of Asheville?
The application deadline for Montessori Learning Community Of Asheville is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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