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Smart-Start Montessori Academy

1014 N 8th St W
Riverton, WY 82501

Smart-Start Montessori Academy provides children with fun, positive learning experiences. Children are grouped according to their academic needs and are worked with in small groups with no more than a 1:10 ratio. We are next door to Smart-Start Quality Child Care which provides full time care for those who need it.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-2
Enrollment: 63 students
Average class size: 30 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-2

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Mostly Gifted Education

Year Founded

1980

Summer School Offered

Yes

Campus Size

2 acres

Student Body

Total Students

63 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Smart-Start Montessori Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

4 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

Average Class Size

30 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Depends on which class and how many days per week.

Summer Program Cost

$400

Summer Program Cost Notes

6-week summer enrichment program that is thematically based and includes all developmental domains.

Admissions Director

Donna Harrison

School Notes

School Motto: Never underestimate what young children can learn.

Smart-Start Montessori Academy takes pride in our reputation of being the most academically advanced preschool and kindergarten in the area. A fun, hands on approach to learning is used in multi-aged classes with a 9-1 ratio.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Smart-Start Montessori Academy cost?

Smart-Start Montessori Academy's tuition is approximately $400 for summer students.

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The application deadline for Smart-Start Montessori Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-2
Enrollment: 63 students
Average class size: 30 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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