Montgomery Methodist Children's Center is a Christian preschool located in Damascus, MD and is currently in it's 30th year of operation.
We are licensed under the MSDE Office of Child Care.
MMCC offers morning and afternoon classes for 2, 3 and 4 year olds.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MD School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool
- Enrollment: 145 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Student Body
Total Students
145 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Tuition Notes
Tuitions range from $160 per month for 2 day a week classes to $310 per month for 5 day a week classes
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Margaret Olsen, Director
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- .MMCC is licensed under the State of Maryland Office of Child Care. Each class of 16 students has one teacher and one teacher's assistant, with a student:teacher ratio of 8:1.Challenging, fun and age-appropriate lessons, based on the state approved "Creative Curriculum" are enriched with Old and New Testament Bible stories, memory verses and crafts.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990) -
- Jane Smith, Award-winning Author (Graduated 1995) -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center cost?
Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center?
The acceptance rate of Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 78%. Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Maryland with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center?
Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Graduated 1990) and Jane Smith, Award-winning Author (Graduated 1995).
What is Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center's ranking?
Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center?
The application deadline for Montgomery Methodist Childrens Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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