The Children's Cornerstone offers superior early childhood education based on the Montessorian philosophy.
A variety of programs are available for students ages 3.0 to 6+. We are located in DUNMORE.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Total Students
58 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
2%
Average Class Size
28 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Contact the school office for tuition rates.
learning@childrenscornerstone.com
570-347-4450
Admissions Director
Dorothy M. Mariotti, M.Ed.
School Notes
- Program Offerings
- First School Experience Program - Pre-K Level 1> Monday, Wednesday, Friday 12:30PM-2:30PM. Children must be age 3 by September 1st to attend this program.
- Pre-K Level 2> Monday through Friday 8:30AM-11:30AM. Children must be no younger than 3 years and 10 months by September 1st to attend this program.
- Transitional Kindergarten Program -Pre-K Level 3 > Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30AM-12:00PM, Tuesday,Thursday 8:30AM-2:30PM.This program is recommended for older four-year-old children, who will turn five no later than June of the academic year.
- Kindergarten Program > Monday through Friday 8:30AM-2:30PM. Children must be age 5 by September 1st to attend this program.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Children's Cornerstone?
The application deadline for The Children's Cornerstone is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 1/31/2013
Very peaceful structured learning environment
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