The Tidewater Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MD School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 75 students
Yearly Tuition: $17,092
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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The Tidewater Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other Montessori association(s)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Tidewater Montessori School
Pre-K	22
Kind	18
1	9
2	6
3	6
4	8
5	4
6	2

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Language-based or Mild Learning Differences

Year Founded

1986

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Campus Size

1 acre

Student Body

Total Students

75 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

10 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$17,092

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Tuition Notes

Half Day Primary: $9,400.00 Full Day Primary: $13,894.00 Elementary: $15,373.00

% on Financial Aid

25%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$5,000

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Alisa Anania, Head of School

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Ballet

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

After School ClubsEnvironmental Education

Arts and Music Programs:

Music classes and private lessons

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Physical Education

School Notes

We are a small, non-profit, independent Montessori school that promotes strong academic and critical thinking skills, encourages our students to contribute to the community and the world, helps our students develop as fair-minded, compassionate leaders, and supports their development in becoming self-directed decision makers. This happens through the guidance of teachers who care deeply about their students, strong family connections and partnership, and a sincere belief in the capacity of all children.

School Motto: "Education for Life"

We are a small, non-profit, independent Montessori school that is focused on preparing students to navigate middle and high school with strong academic, critical thinking, leadership, community service, and decision-making skills.. For over 30 years, our students have experienced learning in a compassionate and stimulating environment, respectful of individual learning styles and within a community of friends. Our Montessori program is a mixed-age, hands-on model with small teacher to student ratios and a collegial and nurturing atmosphere. The Montessori curriculum provides a platform for genuine mastery of math, language arts, the social and natural sciences as well as art, music, and physical education. Children also earn the freedom to make lots of choices within that structure and participate in caring for the indoor and outdoor class environments. All of our students, ages 3-12, study Spanish, environmental education, music, physical education, and engage in outdoor play daily. Our music teacher also offers private, on-site music lessons for children after school. We have before and aftercare programs and a dynamic parent education program.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Tidewater Montessori School cost?

The Tidewater Montessori School's tuition is approximately $17,092 for private students.

What schools are The Tidewater Montessori School often compared to?

The Tidewater Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like The Calverton School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of The Tidewater Montessori School?

The acceptance rate of The Tidewater Montessori School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.

Does The Tidewater Montessori School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Tidewater Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The Tidewater Montessori School offer?

The Tidewater Montessori School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Ballet.

What is The Tidewater Montessori School's ranking?

The Tidewater Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for The Tidewater Montessori School?

The application deadline for The Tidewater Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Maryland is $16,166 for elementary schools and $20,709 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Maryland is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).