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Petoskey Montessori Children's (Closed 2004)

1560 Mitchell Rd
Petoskey, MI 49770

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Petoskey Montessori Children's House is an Association Montessori Internationale accredited, not-for-profit organization providing IC/Nido, preschool and extended day as well as an elementary classroom that is considered part of the Petoskey Public Schools.

We pride ourselves on being the only Montessori school in Michigan that is fully recognized by AMI. Petoskey Montessori Children's House and and Elementary School is committed to the learning philosophy founded by Maria Montessori.

Our aim is to provide thoughtful guidance in a carefully prepared environment so that our children may develop concentration, a sense of order, sociability, self-discipline, and a love of work.

The Montessori environment serves as an aid to the development of our children as happy, independent, responsible, and loving individuals.

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 1-5

Student Body

Total Students

44 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

44:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

Petoskey Montessori Children's House is an Association Montessori Internationale accredited, not-for-profit organization providing IC/Nido, preschool and extended day as well as an elementary classroom that is considered part of the Petoskey Public Schools. We pride ourselves on being the only Montessori school in Michigan that is fully recognized by AMI. Petoskey Montessori Children's House and and Elementary School is committed to the learning philosophy founded by Maria Montessori. Our aim is to provide thoughtful guidance in a carefully prepared environment so that our children may develop concentration, a sense of order, sociability, self-discipline, and a love of work. The Montessori environment serves as an aid to the development of our children as happy, independent, responsible, and loving individuals.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Petoskey Montessori Children's?

The application deadline for Petoskey Montessori Children's is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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