Southampton Montessori School is a private pre-school through elementary school.
It is an affiliate of the American Montessori Society and chartered by the New York State Department of Education.
The young child has a strong desire to understand the order in the world and a unique ability to absorb new concepts.
The Montessori environment is a miniature world,carefully and attractively designed, which the child can examine and control.
The child learns by working with a rich variety of manipulative materials.
The three year curriculum includes practical life,sensorial, language, history, science,art,music,and movement.
Ability to focus on a chosen activity aids the child in developing concentration and alogical approach to problem solving.
The Montessori materialspresent one concept at a time in a sequential manner,thus increasing the child's chance for successful completion and encouraging confidence and concentration.
The child gains a sense of peaceful satisfaction from his or her accomplishments.
The emotional and social development of the child is an important part of our program.
We seek to create a warm, loving, respectful atmosphere.
Emphasis is placed on helping children express feelings in constructive ways and develop social skills and a sense of responsibility for their own behavior within the school community.A philosophy of "freedom within limits"provides the basic framework for the children's interaction with the environment and each other.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-6
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- Forty Years of Learning - 07/07/2024Forty years of Learning at Southampton Montessori School!
Top Rankings
Southampton Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
Campus Size
5
Student Body
Total Students
67 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Admissions Director
Nicole Tinker
Admissions Associate
Donna Hopping
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Martial Arts, Science Club, Soccer, STEM Classes
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Program, Theatre Club, Yoga
Martial Arts, Science Club, Soccer, STEM Classes
Arts and Music Programs:
Music Program, Theatre Club, Yoga
School Notes
- School Motto: THE HAND IS THE CHIEF TEACHER OF THE CHILD.
- Southampton Montessori School is a private pre-school through elementary school.It is an affiliate of the American Montessori Society and chartered by the New York State Department of Education.The young child has a strong desire to understand the order in the world and a unique ability to absorb new concepts.The Montessori environment is a miniature world,carefully and attractively designed, which the child can examine and control.The child learns by working with a rich variety of manipulative materials.The three year curriculum includes practical life,sensorial, language, history, science,art,music,and movement.Ability to focus on a chosen activity aids the child in developing concentration and alogical approach to problem solving.The Montessori materialspresent one concept at a time in a sequential manner,thus increasing the child's chance for successful completion and encouraging confidence and concentration.The child gains a sense of peaceful satisfaction from his or her accomplishments.The emotional and social development of the child is an important part of our program.We seek to create a warm, loving, respectful atmosphere.Emphasis is placed on helping children express feelings in constructive ways and develop social skills and a sense of responsibility for their own behavior within the school community.A philosophy of "freedom within limits"provides the basic framework for the children's interaction with the environment and each other.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southampton Montessori School cost?
Southampton Montessori School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
Does Southampton Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, Southampton Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Southampton Montessori School offer?
Southampton Montessori School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Dance, Martial Arts and Soccer.
What is Southampton Montessori School's ranking?
Southampton Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Southampton Montessori School?
The application deadline for Southampton Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
We placed a deposit over 8 months prior to the start of the school year. They were unable to accommodate our son due to him having a speech delay and would not allow our speech specialist in the school. They claimed they did not have the room to allow the specialist to work with him. They very easily took our money, however, refused to refund us the $1,700 deposit. They were unwilling to accommodate his special needs and offered no solution.
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