School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
mild learning differences
Year Founded
1970
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
122 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 34%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
41:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition based on program child attends: Toddler (3 day), Pre-school (5 day, 3 hours), Ext Day )(5 day-6 hours).
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Kathy Williams
Admissions Associate
Joyce Huber
School Notes
- Southwest Suburban Montessori is a private, not-for-profit corporation.
- Our mission is to introduce each of its children to the world while fostering independence, creativity, responsibility and an enduring love of learning.
- Our dedicated faculty is culturally, educationally, and experientially diverse.
- Their first priority is always a concern for you and your child.
- We place a strong emphasis upon professionalism and continued growth of our faculty members to continually enhance the experience of the children.
- A full Montessori environment awaits the child: pratical life, sensorial, math, language, science, geography, art and music as well as gym, yoga and introduction to French.
- Southwest Suburban Montessori is a private, not-for-profit corporation. Our mission is to introduce each of its children to the world while fostering independence, creativity, responsibility and an enduring love of learning. Our dedicated faculty is culturally, educationally, and experientially diverse. Their first priority is always a concern for you and your child. We place a strong emphasis upon professionalism and continued growth of our faculty members to continually enhance the experience of the children.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwest Suburban Montessori cost?
Southwest Suburban Montessori's tuition is approximately $1,872 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Southwest Suburban Montessori?
The acceptance rate of Southwest Suburban Montessori is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
When is the application deadline for Southwest Suburban Montessori?
The application deadline for Southwest Suburban Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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