Montessori Academy Of Lancaster vs. New School Montessori
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Montessori Academy Of Lancaster ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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New School Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Overview
The Montessori Academy was founded in 1982. Our current school facility was built in 1998, with an addtional classrooms, library, and gym added in recent years.
Our school was designed specifically for Montessori classroom needs.
We offer an authentic Montessori education with multi-age classrooms.
The Academy offers a nurturing and secure learning environment in Manheim Township on 10.5 acres of land.
We have student-tended gardens and a nature trail, and we are surrounded by farm life.
The mission of New School Montessori is to facilitate the unfolding of each child`s unique potential through an outstanding education in a peaceful atmosphere of respect and acceptance among children and adults.
We enable children to meet future challenges and encourage a love of learning, independent thinking, social responsibility, and individuality.
Grades Offered
PK-6
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
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Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Learning Programs Supported
dyslexia, mild learning differences
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Year Founded
1982
1990
Students Body
Total Students
203 students
255 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
6%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
29
21
Pre-K Students
88
80
Kindergarten Students
30
20
Grade 1 Students
12
15
Grade 2 Students
7
17
Grade 3 Students
8
14
Grade 4 Students
14
23
Grade 5 Students
8
17
Grade 6 Students
7
14
Grade 7 Students
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20
Grade 8 Students
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14
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
21 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
10%
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Average Class Size
12
20
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
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$18,535
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $7,940- $12,315, depending on the program and schedule selected.
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% on Financial Aid
5%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,000
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Acceptance Rate
99%
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Admissions Director
Karen Rubenstein
Sheila Harrison
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
5
3
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Chess ClubChinese Dance Club
Chorus ClubDrama Club
Knitting Club
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Esports Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cross Country Running