Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MD School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,543
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Montessori School Of Westminster
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked MD School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Yearly Tuition: $14,543
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Montessori School Of Westminster ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1974
Campus Size
27 acres
Student Body
Total Students
165 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 39%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
88%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$14,543
Tuition Notes
Please refer to our school\'s website for detailed tuition information at www.MontessoriSchoolofWestminster.org
Admissions Director
Suzanne Radcliffe
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Chess LessonsGirl Scouts
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir/ChorusFine Arts
Instrumental Music Lessons
School Notes
- Dr. Maria Montessori observed that, "Children prefer educating themselves to any other occupation." The Montessori School of Westminster provides a hands-on, individualized, respectful learning environment for students ages 2 through 15 years (9th grade). Founded by a group of parents in 1974, MSW is situated on 27 majestic acres in Carroll County.
- Our website will help you learn more - http://montessorischoolofwestminster.org.
Thank you for taking the time to explore the Montessori School of Westminster as you plan your child`s education. Our school has been providing a phenomenal educational experience to children in the surrounding areas since 1974. Our program is based upon a worldwide respected modality of teaching developed by Italian physician, Dr. Maria Montessori, in 1907. The Montessori teaching method is founded on the idea that children learn from direct experience in an environment providing them with sensorial choices. All ages benefit from MSW's outdoor Environmental Education program.
Accredited by the Association of Independent Maryland Schools (AIMS) and the American Montessori Society (AMS), MSW is also approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MDSE). MSW is a Maryland Green School where students operate recycling and composting programs.
The Montessori School of Westminster serves students from age 2 years to grade nine in our programs:
- Beginnings for ages 2 through 3 (3-day & 5-day options available)
- Primary for age 3 through kindergarten level (half-day option available for children of ages 3 & 4)
- Elementary for levels 1 through 6
- Middle for levels through grade 9
To accommodate family care needs, we also offer the following:
- Before School Care (BSC) for children who need to arrive as early as 7 AM
- The Napping Program, an afternoon play & nap time for ages 2 through 4
- Extended Day, an expanded academic day for Primary students ages 4 to 5+
- After School Care (ASC) for children who need care between 3 PM and 6 PM
- Science & Nature Camp for ages 2-9 for7 weeks during summer months
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Larry Page (Google co-founder) -
- Sergey Brin (Google co-founder) -
- Jeff Bezos (Founder of Amazon.com) -
- Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis (Former First Lady) -
- Anne Frank (Famous diarist) -
- Jimmy Wales (Co-founder of Wikipedia) -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori School Of Westminster cost?
Montessori School Of Westminster's tuition is approximately $14,543 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Montessori School Of Westminster?
Montessori School Of Westminster famous alumni include: Larry Page (Google co-founder), Sergey Brin (Google co-founder), Jeff Bezos (Founder of Amazon.com), Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis (Former First Lady), Anne Frank (Famous diarist) and Jimmy Wales (Co-founder of Wikipedia).
What is Montessori School Of Westminster's ranking?
Montessori School Of Westminster ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Westminster?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of Westminster is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 1/28/2022
The Montessori school Westminster offers everything a parent could want from a school. The learning environment and teachers are amazing and the Montessori methods promote personal development for all students. I highly recommend the Montessori School Westminster to any family who wants to their child to flourish.
5 9/8/2021
We love the school! After looking at many different private schools in the area, we knew right away from class observation that MSW was the place we want to send out kids to. We were particularly impressed with the calm and respectful atmosphere, beautiful campus, responsive and caring teachers. If you are new to the Montessori method, you should really visit the school... you will be impressed.
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