Litchfield Montessori School vs. Washington Montessori School
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Litchfield Montessori SchoolElementary school

Washington Montessori School
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Overview
Established in 1972, Litchfield Montessori School offers an exceptional education to children 15 months through 12 years old who come from twenty surrounding communities.
Located on four acres in the Northfield section of Litchfield, the school is nestled in natural beauty, adjacent to a community park.
Designed by world-renowned architect Marcel Breuer, the building structure utilizes the flow of natural light and complements our classroom environments; richly prepared to meet the developing needs of the individual child.
We are committed to serving the whole child, guided by the principles of Dr. Maria Montessori, dedicated to nurturing the child's love of learning, preserving the child's sense of wonder, encouraging independence and imagination, and fostering respect for our world's social and cultural diversity.
WMS is a community of learners, from the toddlers in our YCC program through our Middle School to teachers and families.
Rooted in the Montessori Method introduced to the world by Dr.
Maria Montessori, who revolutionized the world`s approach to educating young children, our community focuses on the individual and collective pursuit of learning.
AT WMS, EACH STUDENT MATTERS.Launa Schweizer, Head of SchoolAt WMS, each student matters.
Each student learns through a deep engagement with the material, developing a sturdy, flexible and powerful understanding of the world around them.
Students learn to make choices and take responsibility. As a result, they go on to become responsible global citizens who lead fulfilling lives.
At WMS, the community also matters. We know that we all benefit from the strength of a shared commitment to high standards, deep compassion, and mutual respect.
Grades Offered
PK-6
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences
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Year Founded
1972
1965
Students Body
Total Students
78 students
256 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
6%
Students by Grade


Students by Grade
Nursery Students
12
24
Pre-K Students
23
47
Kindergarten Students
11
20
Grade 1 Students
5
17
Grade 2 Students
7
28
Grade 3 Students
5
23
Grade 4 Students
7
17
Grade 5 Students
6
18
Grade 6 Students
2
21
Grade 7 Students
-
17
Grade 8 Students
-
24
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
50 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
80%
20%
Average Class Size
15
20
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:9
1:5
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Jan. 30 / Jun. 15 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$15,500
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Tuition Notes
Tuition costs vary depending on the program enrolled in. The average is $15,550. Litchfield Montessori operates on a Variable Tuition Model based on demonstrated financial need.
Tuition ranges from $18,000-$34,000.
% on Financial Aid
60%
32%
Admissions Director
Betsy Johnson
Laura Martin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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7
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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2
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
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afterschool programs, Outdoor Club