Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus
Rainbow Montessori School was founded in 1980. We have a very welcoming environment that is "home like" for the young child. This makes an easy transition from home to school. Our classrooms are bright, flowing and use both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Montessori is an unique approach to education which builds upon the will for independence, social skills, and academics.
We have classes for children 18 months thru Kindergarten. Our class ratios range from 1:4 to 1:10.
We teach and we remove obstacles to learning. The result, for more than thirty seven years, has been graduates who are poised, confident, self-starters with a broad mastery of life skills and academics. These students have become critical thinkers who have respect for one another and the environment, and who have developed a lifelong love of learning.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked AZ School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 81 students
- Yearly Tuition: $650
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1980
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
81 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Monthly rates for a minimum 10 month school year. Toddler thru Kindergarten with before and after care, hours available 730am - 530pm half and full day options. Tuition monthly based on age and hours. Call for pricing (480) 998-0024 or visit website.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Our summer program runs for 2 additional months for a 12 month option. Children may be enrolled weekly or monthly. Call for rates or visit website.
Admissions Director
Robin Sendra
Admissions Associate
Elise
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus cost?
Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus's tuition is approximately $650 for private students.
What is Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus's ranking?
Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus?
The application deadline for Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Rainbow Montessori School - Cactus is Devereux (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Blessed Sacrament Preschool & Kindergarten (0.6 miles away)
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Grades
Students
Devereux
Special Education School
Grades: K-12 | 44 students 0.5 miles 6436 E Sweetwater Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(800) 345-1292
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(800) 345-1292
0.5
K-12
44
Blessed Sacrament Preschool & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
Grades: PK-K | 63 students 0.6 miles 11300 N 64th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 998-9466
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 998-9466
0.6
PK-K
63
Rainbow Montessori School - Voltaire
Montessori School
Grades: PK-K | 46 students 0.9 miles 6402 E Voltaire Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 998-0024
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 998-0024
0.9
PK-K
46
Grades: 6-12 | 50 students 1.1 miles 6990 E. Shea Blvd, Suite 120
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 948-2800
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 948-2800
1.1
6-12
50
Chaparral Christian Preschool & Kindergarten
Alternative School (Christian)
Grades: PK-6 | 114 students 1.1 miles 6451 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 991-6440
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 991-6440
1.1
PK-6
114
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