Our Lady's Montessori School is a non-profit Montessori pre-school operated in Kansas City, Kansas by the Catholic missionary community of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity (SOLT).
The Society of Our Lady began the school on Tracy Avenue in Missouri in 1973.
Originally named 'Children's House', it included a primary Montessori class and an elementary school.
Since there is still a need to provide quality education utilizing Maria Montessori's principles with strong Catholic values, SOLT opened the doors of OUR LADY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL (OLMS) in 2002.
Our Lady's Montessori School Primary community nurtures children's natural motivation by complimenting their enthusiasm for learning with opportunities to fulfill their needs and interests.
Each of our loving Montessori guides prepare an environment that invokes the child to come and touch.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,900
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
1973
Last Day of School
Fri. May 1, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
School Notes
- School Motto: Fullness of Joy
- Our Lady's Montessori School is a non-profit Montessori pre-school operated in Kansas City, Kansas by the Catholic missionary community of the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity (SOLT).
- The Society of Our Lady began the school on Tracy Avenue in Missouri in 1973.
- Originally named 'Children's House', it included a primary Montessori class and an elementary school.
- Since there is still a need to provide quality education utilizing Maria Montessori's principles with strong Catholic values, SOLT opened the doors of OUR LADY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL (OLMS) in 2002.
- Our Lady's Montessori School Primary community nurtures children's natural motivation by complimenting their enthusiasm for learning with opportunities to fulfill their needs and interests.
- Each of our loving Montessori guides prepare an environment that invokes the child to come and touch.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Ladys Montessori School cost?
Our Ladys Montessori School's tuition is approximately $6,900 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Our Ladys Montessori School?
The application deadline for Our Ladys Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Our Ladys Montessori School located?
Our Ladys Montessori School is located in the Rosedale neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 1 other private schools located in Rosedale.
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