West River Montessori School

West River Montessori School serves 25 students in grades Nursery/Preschool.
The student:teacher of West River Montessori School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1978
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
School Motto
'The child who has felt a strong love for his surroundings and for all living creatures, who has discovered joy and enthusiasm in work, gives us reason to hope that humanity can develop in a new direction.' - Dr. Maria Montessori, 1952

Student Body

Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • The West River Montessori School, located in South Londonderry, was first founded in 1978 by Harriet DeForest in conjunction with local parents and community members. Our program is a preschool, designed for parents who are interested in obtaining the best education for their children. Following the Montessori philosophy, WRMS is a community that fosters a lifelong love of learning intrinsic to the pursuit of academic, physical, and personal development of students, teachers and parents.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does West River Montessori School offer a summer program?
Yes, West River Montessori School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for West River Montessori School?
The application deadline for West River Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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