Oak Farm Montessori School (Top Ranked Private School for 2024-25)

502 Lemper Rd
Avilla, IN 46710

Oak Farm Montessori School Photo #1 - Oak Farm Montessori is the ONLY infant through high school dual accredited Montessori School in the United States. In addition, our program boasts a 150+ acre campus; rich with opportunities. We invite you to visit our one of a kind campus to experience for yourself, the vision and values deeply rooted in our school for our students to thrive!

Oak Farm Montessori School Photo #2 - All of our students spend time exploring our diverse and welcoming campus.

Oak Farm Montessori School Photo #3 - Our Early Childhood classrooms are a prepared environment that are sized for the students they serve. Each classroom boasts a fully functioning kitchen and two child sized restrooms that allow children to be independent and successful in their endeavors.

Oak Farm Montessori School Photo #4 - Our Elementary classrooms offer the basic subjects, but also offer students the opportunity to research their own interests. Two teachers in each classroom allows independence and individualized lesson planning.

Oak Farm Montessori School Photo #5 - Our middle school, or Erdkinder program, immerses the adolescent in the living land. Each day they not only have academic work, but they care for the animals, greenhouse, and maintenance of the microeconomy of the program; learning the basics of running a profitable business in real time.

Oak Farm Montessori School Photo #6 - Opportunities abound in our Montessori high school program. Our groundbreaking high school integrates exploration, discovery, creativity, innovation and technology in all courses of study. Our high school program provides opportunities to use each individual's talents to impact and engage with society in powerful ways. We like to say we prepare students for life, not just a test.

Oak Farm Montessori School Photo #7 - Ecoliteracy is an important component of our Vision and Values for the school. Beginning in the Early Childhood program, students are introduced to the importance of caring for the world around them and the impact they can make in preserving the environment.

Oak Farm Montessori School's mission is "To provide a Montessori environment that inspires students to reach their potential through meaningful work."

Our schools sits on a beautiful 150+ -acre campus in Avilla, Indiana.

Each building and outdoor space creates a peaceful, comfortable learning environment where students can excel.

Classrooms provide a home-like setting with natural lighting, wooden floors, and age-appropriate Montessori materials. Students are encouraged to engage with nature in our outdoor environments through guided activities appropriate to their age and stage of development.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked IN School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 422 students
Yearly Tuition: $10,665
Average class size: 24 students
Application Deadline: Sep. 1 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Oak Farm Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

2000

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students

422 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Oak Farm Montessori School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

63 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

31%

Average Class Size

24 students

Number of AP Courses

8 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Average SAT score

1210

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Link to Matriculation Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Sep. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,665

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade www.oakfarm.org

% on Financial Aid

35%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$3,576

Admissions Director

Sarah Shanton-Cox

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field

School Notes

Only Dual accredited, infant through high school, premiere Montessori school in the United States.
Montessori trained lead teachers in each classroom.
12:1 Student to Teacher ratio.
150+ acres with 10 distinct habitats
Bus Service from three stops in Fort Wayne
Nine sports offered throughout the year for students in 5th - 12th grade.
Nutritious meals prepared by our chef and sous chef daily

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Oak Farm Montessori School cost?

Oak Farm Montessori School's tuition is approximately $10,665 for private students.

Does Oak Farm Montessori School offer a summer program?

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

What sports does Oak Farm Montessori School offer?

Oak Farm Montessori School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Track and Field.

What is Oak Farm Montessori School's ranking?

Oak Farm Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest average ACT score and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Oak Farm Montessori School?

The application deadline for Oak Farm Montessori School is Sep. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Sep. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

View the Oak Farm Montessori School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

Thanksgiving Break: School Closed (Events)

November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)

Winter Break: School Closed (Events)

December 23, 2024 (Monday)

In-service Day: School Closed to all students - Possible make-up snow day (Events)

February 07, 2025 (Friday)

Mid-Winter Break: School Closed - Possible make-up snow day (Events)

February 10, 2025 (Monday)

Parent Teacher Conferences: School Closed to all Students (Events)

March 06, 2025 (Thursday)

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