Secret Garden Montessori in Frenchtown, NJ, enrolls 34 students from pre–kindergarten through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, town–based Montessori program.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 34:1 with one teacher serving all enrolled students.
Approximately 33 percent of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the small enrollment. Annual tuition for the early learning program is $60,000.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Yearly Tuition: $60,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
34 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$60,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: ‘nurture each child's ability to be a compassionate, critical thinker who is holistically prepared for the future.’
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Secret Garden Montessori cost?
Secret Garden Montessori's tuition is approximately $60,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Secret Garden Montessori?
The application deadline for Secret Garden Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Secret Garden Montessori is Warren Glen Academy (8.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is River Valley Waldorf School (3.3 miles away)
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