Union Hill Day School's mission is to provide the highest quality care available to children while they are away from home; to acknowledge each child's uniqueness; to allow your child to develop emotionally and intellectually to their greatest potential in a loving nurturing environment; to build a positive self-esteem and a sense of security that will remain with him/her throughout their lifetime; to provide your child with the tools necessary to make good choices and develop necessary "life skills"; and to encourage respect and understanding of cultural, racial and spiritual diversity.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
272 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Do not tell them how to do it. Show them how to do it and do not say a word.' – Maria Montessori
- Union Hill Day School's mission is to provide the highest quality care available to children while they are away from home; to acknowledge each child's uniqueness; to allow your child to develop emotionally and intellectually to their greatest potential in a loving nurturing environment; to build a positive self-esteem and a sense of security that will remain with him/her throughout their lifetime; to provide your child with the tools necessary to make good choices and develop necessary "life skills"; and to encourage respect and understanding of cultural, racial and spiritual diversity.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Union Hill Day School?
The application deadline for Union Hill Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Union Hill Day School located?
Union Hill Day School is located in the Downtown Kansas City neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 1 other private schools located in Downtown Kansas City.
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