Northstar Montessori Preschool, under the direction of Tami Elliott, have been providing quality care for children in the Saline area since 1994.
Conveniently located on Ann Arbor-Saline Road, we provide a safe, loving, home-like environment for children to learn and grow, using the Montessori method.
At Northstar Montessori, we believe young children learn by doing.
They acquire knowledge about their world through playful interaction with objects and people.
Children are motivated to learn by their own desire to make sense of their world.
We are committed to providing a developmentally appropriate program with the help of trained teachers, using a variety of materials and equipment.
We engage children in an environment that is child-initiated, child-directed, and teacher supported. Best of all, we have lots of fun.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MI School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Northstar Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
224 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
10 students
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Northstar Montessori and Scribbles and Giggles Daycare, under the direction of Tami Elliott, have been providing quality care for children in the Saline area for over 11 years.
- Conveniently located on Ann Arbor-Saline Road, we provide a safe, loving, home-like environment for children to learn and grow, using the Montessori method.
- At Northstar Montessori, we believe young children learn by doing.
- They acquire knowledge about their world through playful interaction with objects and people.
- Children are motivated to learn by their own desire to make sense of their world.
- We are committed to providing a developmentally appropriate program with the help of trained teachers, using a variety of materials and equipment.
- We engage children in an environment that is child-initiated, child-directed, and teacher supported.
- Best of all, we have lots of fun.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Northstar Montessori offer a summer program?
Yes, Northstar Montessori offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What is Northstar Montessori's ranking?
Northstar Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Northstar Montessori?
The application deadline for Northstar Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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