The Hockessin Montessori School
Tel:
(302) 234-1240
- The Hockessin Montessori School supports the basic Montessori Methods in the multi-age classroom environment that stimulate intellectual, emotional ,social, physical and cultural growth.
- The school promotes development of self-motivation, independence, curiosity and concern within the framework of a developmentally appropriate academic program.
Quick Stats (2020-21)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 160 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Type | Montessori School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | American Montessori Society (AMS) Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools Delaware Association of Independent Schools Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| Year Founded | 1963 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 160 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 21% State avg.: 19% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 11 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 15:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 25% |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Tuition Notes | Varies by Program Level |
| % on Financial Aid | 10% |
| Admissions Director | Victoria Elasic |
| Admissions Associate | Jill Marine |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 7 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Computer, Karate, Painting, Sewing Club, Soccer, STEM, Yoga |
School Notes
- Before and After School Care
- Enrichment classes in Art, Music, Spanish, Library, Technology, Physical Education, STEM
- Summer Camp
- Accredited By American Montessori Association and Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges
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- Hockessin Grades: PK-12 | 577 students
1.5 miles
6900 Lancaster Pike
Hockessin, DE 19707
(302) 235-6500 1.5 PK-12
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Bear, DE 19701
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1117 - Dover Grades: PK-8 | 392 students
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Dover, DE 19901
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392 - DoverSt John's Lutheran School(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)Grades: PK-8 | 34 students
42.5 miles
1156 Walker Road
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 734-3767 42.5 PK-8
34 - MiddletownSt Annes Episcopal School(Episcopal)Grades: PK-8 | 283 students
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(302) 378-3179 22.9 PK-8
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School Reviews
| 5 HMS was a huge part of my daughter's educational and emotional growth this year. It was her first time attending school of any kind, and the staff at HMS made the transition completely seamless. Her teachers, Annick and Gwen, along with Janette, Jamie, and all of the staff at HMS, gave her a sense of safety, individuality, and confidence that I hope she will carry with her for the rest of her life. At 4 yrs old, she began the year struggling to recognize letters, and last month she was actually sounding out words to me and beginning to read! She has learned social studies, geography, science, math, and reading, all through hands on play. She has even begun doing chores at home, especially sweeping and making her bed, all thanks to the routines instilled in her at school. Through all of the struggles we''ve had this year, mostly due to my divorce, my daughter has been able to cope extremely well and adjust to our new life with grace and ease. The opportunity for parental involvement is strong, and I''ve enjoyed attending the parent education workshops. To be honest, nothing I can write in a review on this site could possibly do the school any justice. We love, love, LOVE this school! - Posted by Parent - bethv |
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