Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Montessori School Of Great
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1972
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
“The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.” —Maria Montessori
Student Body
Total Students
250 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 26%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Varies by program, please see website.
% on Financial Aid
3%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$900
Admissions Director
Lena Atkinson
Application URL
Request Information
School Notes
- The Montessori School of Greater Lafayette provides a child-centered, enriched environment facilitating independent learning and exploration so that children may learn for the love of knowledge.
- Based on a foundation of respect for self and others and featuring a strong emphasis on cultural appreciation, we seek to create a supportive network for participating families as we help children become well-rounded individuals.
Source: Verified school update
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School Reviews
5 10/27/2012
This school was just the best for my children. From toddler years to the end of 3rd grade -- all the years we could get -- they attended MSGL and loved going to school every day. The teachers addressed not only their academic needs but also social and emotional learning. Read up a little on Montessori method and then go observe some classrooms! We found a supportive community here for our whole family.
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