Williamsburg Montessori School an independent Montessori school for toddlers through early elementary, WMS encourages rigorous, self-directed learning for life in a child-centered community valuing independence, peace, and respect for others.
Williamsburg Montessori School provides a daily living and learning environment designed to help children grow socially, physically, and mentally in a structure governed by the educational philosophy developed by Maria Montessori.
We aim to develop in each child the ability to solve problems, to use freedom wisely, to respect him/herself, and above all, to take joy in learning.
Each teacher, assistant teacher and aide at WMS has been chosen with care for his or her education, mastery and warmth of spirit.
Together we comprise an outstanding educational community. The WMS faculty consists of trained Montessori teachers..
Each teacher holds a Montessori teaching certificate from the American Montessori Society as well as other degrees.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2012
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
153 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
![Williamsburg Montessori School Student By Grade Williamsburg Montessori School Student By Grade](http://images3.privateschoolreview.com/charts/29000/28536/williamsburg-montessori-school-chart-y8hPtG.png)
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Williamsburg Montessori School offer?
Williamsburg Montessori School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Dance, Gymnastics and Indoor Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Williamsburg Montessori School?
The application deadline for Williamsburg Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Williamsburg Montessori School located?
Williamsburg Montessori School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Southside.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
This school is amazing!! My daughter starts going to this school when she was 4. Now she is 7 and she loves it. The environment is beautiful and peaceful and the teachers are very good . I love this school!!d
5 12/28/2016
We are fortunate to have discovered the Williamsburg Montessori School when moving to Brooklyn NY. An outstanding choice for our daughter. Highly recommend.
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