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South Suburban Montessori

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The mission of South Suburban Montessori School is to free each child's potential through Montessori philosophy and principles while guided by our values of compassion, authenticity, respect, and excellence.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1970
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
6%
State avg.: 25%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Kara Metcalf-Mundorf
Application URL

School Notes

South Suburban Montessori School dedicates itself to providing an authentic Montessori education to children between 18 months and 14 years of age. Our values of compassion, authenticity, respect and excellence inspire our school`s rich tradition of nurturing each child`s natural love of learning. Founded in 1970, South Suburban is located just 20 minutes from downtown Cleveland in Brecksville`s beautiful Blossom Hill Complex.

What Our Families Say About South Suburban:
  • Our students can accelerate their learning while working at their own pace
  • In our school, academic achievement and critical thinking skills are the cornerstones of preparing students for life
  • Our teachers are nurturing, caring and create a home-like, safe learning environment
  • We value the teaching of independence as it produces emotionally intelligent students who lead, not follow
  • In our school, the values of respect, honesty, fairness and acceptance permeate every classroom
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for South Suburban Montessori?
The application deadline for South Suburban Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Average class size: 24 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Cuyahoga County, OH is $10,960 for elementary schools and $16,878 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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