Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten
About the School
- 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 Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 52%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition details are listed on our website.
Admissions Director
Nicole Hall
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten often compared to?
Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten is often viewed alongside schools like St. Kieran Catholic School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Taproot Montessori Preschool & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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