Smaller Scholars Montessori
At Smaller Scholars Montessori Academy, our trained, qualified and caring staff takes a hands-on Montessori approach to learning and provides quality programming and dedicated teachers for children 18 months to 12 years old.
Due to our individualized instruction, you may apply for entry at any time. Our most important goal is to provide your child with an environment that champions children to grow intellectually, emotionally, socially, and physically and to cultivate a lifetime love of learning.
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked TX School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Students: 276 students
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Rankings
Smaller Scholars Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Year Founded
1985
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
276 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
(uniforms)
(uniforms)
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Ms. Janet
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Wizards, Lego Robotics, Reading Fun & Activities, Science - Elementary, Science - Pre-school, Spanish
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Beginning Piano
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance/Ballet, Developmental Gymastics, Karate, Kid Fit, Yoga
Chess Wizards, Lego Robotics, Reading Fun & Activities, Science - Elementary, Science - Pre-school, Spanish
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Beginning Piano
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Dance/Ballet, Developmental Gymastics, Karate, Kid Fit, Yoga
School Notes
- Smaller Scholars has been celebrating excellence since 1985
- Our Montessori certified staff averages more than 10 years of experience
- With the Montessori advantage, your child will become more confident, more creative and better able to make independent choices qualities which help lead to success in life
- Optional after school classes include Art, Karate, Yoga, Junior Athletes, Gymnastics, Spanish, Book Club, Science Club, Chess, Soccer, Voice and Piano
- Montessori Works: It is universally acclaimed in the educational community Children think for themselves as individuals in an atmosphere of cooperation and community
- The orderly classroom environment helps foster independence, concentration and focus
- A diverse student and staff population speaking many different languages
- The elementary classes are led by degreed and Montessori certified teachers
- We practice "Grace and Courtesy" which emphasizes respect for self, others, the environment and for one`s work
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The nearest high school and elementary school to Smaller Scholars Montessori is Japanese Educational Institute (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Memorial Christian Academy (0.5 miles away)
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