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Montessori School At Emory

3021 N Decatur Rd
Decatur, GA 30033

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Montessori School At Emory Photo #1 - We have been in existence for over 25 years educating children ages 15 months to 14 years old. Our teachers each have degrees and AMI certifications in their perspective age groups providing you a true and authentic Montessori experience. Our environments foster independence, self-confidence, determination, leadership skills, a love for learning and more.

Montessori School At Emory Photo #2 - We do not limit our children with worksheets, rather we follow them and their interest allowing them to use their creativity to develop real life problems and scenarios to accompany the concepts. They are learning through practical life experience and developing skills for them to think and act independently.

Montessori School At Emory Photo #3 - Our children use concrete materials to master the academic concepts to meet the Georgia Standards and beyond. Schedule a tour and discover why an authentic Montessori education from Montessori School at Emory is the right education for your child.

Montessori School At Emory Photo #4 - We follow the children and their divine interest. They are able to work in areas of which they are truly passionate while still developing the essential skills in the areas they may not favor. They are allowed to move at their own pace to achieve mastery and they look to each other within the community for assistance and guidance.

Montessori School At Emory Photo #5 - We follow the children and their divine interest. They are able to work in areas of which they are truly passionate while continuing to thrive in the areas that may be less interesting. They work at their own pace until they reach mastery of the concepts.

Montessori School At Emory Photo #6 - "Help me to do it by myself"

Montessori classrooms provide a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural curiosity and desire to learn. The children's inherent love of learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous meaningful activities under the guidance of a trained AMI teacher and assistant.

Through their work, the children develop concentration, motivation, persistence, and discipline.

Within the framework of order, the children progress at their own pace and rhythm, according to their individual capabilities, during the crucial years of development.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 197 students
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association Montessori International (AMI)
Other Montessori association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1992

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

197 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

48%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

25:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

25 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Toddler (ages 15 months - 3 years) = 1220 per month - 1725 per month Primary (ages 3-6 years) = 1055 per month - 1745 per month Elementary (ages 6 -12 years) = 1480 per month -1750 per month Adolescent (ages 12-14 years) = 1535 per month - 1750 per month

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballGymnastics

Soccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

artcooking

musicspanish language

Arts and Music Programs:

DramaHarp Lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

physical educationYoga

School Notes

Montessori classrooms provide a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural curiosity and desire to learn. The children's inherent love of learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous meaningful activities under the guidance of a trained AMI teacher and assistant. Through their work, the children develop concentration, motivation, persistence, and discipline. Within the framework of order, the children progress at their own pace and rhythm, according to their individual capabilities, during the crucial years of development.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Julia Child - Celebrity chef & author - Mrs. Davie's Montessori School -
- Stephen Curry - Athlete – Point Guard for the Golden State Warriors -
- Joshua Bell - Grammy award-winning violinist -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Montessori School At Emory?

Montessori School At Emory famous alumni include: Julia Child - Celebrity chef & author - Mrs. Davie's Montessori School - , Stephen Curry - Athlete – Point Guard for the Golden State Warriors - and Joshua Bell - Grammy award-winning violinist - .

What sports does Montessori School At Emory offer?

Montessori School At Emory offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Gymnastics and Soccer.

When is the application deadline for Montessori School At Emory?

The application deadline for Montessori School At Emory is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 197 students
Average class size: 25 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Decatur, GA is $19,893 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).