West End Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked VA School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-6
Enrollment: 117 students
Average class size: 28 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

West End Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other special emphasis association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-6

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	West End Montessori School
Nursery	24
Pre-K	44
Kind	21
1	6
2	4
3	7
4	5
5	4
6	2

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Year Founded

1997

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

117 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

90%

Average Class Size

28 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Visit www.westendmontessori.com for latest tuition/fee schedule

Admissions Director

Janet Gallagher

Admissions Associate

Castle O'Neill

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

6 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

chesschinese

musicscience club

spanishyoga

School Notes

WEMS sees its role as being assistants to the parents.
Nurturing your child is the most important job we have.
We understand that we are setting a life–pattern for your children by providing support for their intellectual and emotional growth at this fragile point of life.
We hope that each child's experiences at West End Montessori School (WEMS) will allow a child to develop a sense of self–confidence that encourages inquisitiveness, initiative and independence in learning for the joy of learning.

School Motto: “Education should no longer be mostly imparting of knowledge, but must take a new path, seeking the release of human potential.” — Maria Montessori

Reaching fullest potential comes from our carefully orchestrated Montessori program. As children progress through the levels, their growth is exponential. Each year concretely, logically, and consistently builds on lessons learned in previous years. Your child receives the full benefit of a Montessori education by completing all levels of our program. Music and Language are also an integral part of our program. During the course of the year, we attend several field trips that supplement our units of study. We also offer other programs to meet the diverse needs and interests of our student population. The Toddler Cottage routines, methods and philosophy are consistent with those of the Primary Program to aid in the logical progression from "unconscious creator" to "conscious worker". A mid-morning snack is provided by the school. The Primary Program is based on the premise that young children flourish with gentle guidance and the freedom to work at their own pace. Children make friends easily and learn how to share and play cooperatively in a safe and secure setting. The daily schedule includes work time, group time, outdoor time, lunch and dismissal. A snack is provided each day by one of our WEMS families. The children prepare and serve their own snacks during work time. The Montessori primary curriculum is intended to be a 3 year, 5 day program to provide time for the child to advance through the materials. Every primary student is eligible for the 5 day program. The 3 day program is intended as an option for our youngest primary students who will be 3 turning 4. Building on the morning's work, the Afternoon Program is offered to students who are both enrolling in the 5 day program and turning 5 years old by December 31st. It does not have to be your child's kindergarten year. Many of our children attend class for 2 years (the year before kindergarten and their actual kindergarten year). The primary goal of the Elementary Program is to empower children to become confident, competent students. The core curriculum provides instruction in all traditional subjects. Critical thinking, problem solving, and research skills are emphasized. The five-day program serves children in grades 1 through 6.

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The average private school tuition in Henrico, VA is $20,473 for elementary schools and $22,003 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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