Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten
Our primary Goal is to provide children, between the ages of 2 and 6, a stimulating social and safe learning environment where parents can confidently entrust their children for education with extended care available.
Full and 1/2 day, 3 to 5 day schedules are available.
Taproot utilizes the Montessori philosophy and method of teaching a curriculum centered on Daily Living Activities and concrete materials to enhance your child's senses, language and math skills.
Materials to augment learning about geography, science, art and music are also in the classroom.
Quick Stats (2022)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Students: 41 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 48%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
41:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition details are listed on our website.
Admissions Director
Nicole Hall
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