Our mission at The Montessori School is to provide a developmental environment that addresses individual styles of learning and encourages imagination, compassion, and joy in discovery, contributing tangibly to each child's achievement of maximum potential in all areas of growth through a supportive, nurturing partnership with parents.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,615
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 31 / Aug. 10 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
76 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 21%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
4%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Shoeless Environment
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Mar. 31 / Aug. 10 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please visit our website for a full description of program tuition and fees.
% on Financial Aid
16%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,200
Admissions Director
Dr. Dustin Dooly
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ArtGardening Club
MusicSpanish
School Notes
- Our mission at The Montessori School is to provide a developmental environment that addresses individual styles of learning and encourages imagination, compassion, and joy in discovery, contributing tangibly to each child's achievement of maximum potential in all areas of growth through a supportive, nurturing partnership with parents.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Montessori School Of Fort Smith cost?
The Montessori School Of Fort Smith's tuition is approximately $4,615 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Montessori School Of Fort Smith?
The application deadline for The Montessori School Of Fort Smith is Mar. 31 / Aug. 10 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 31 / Aug. 10 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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