Nature`s Way is located in NortheastKnoxvilleonsevenbeautifulwooded acres bordered by farm land.
The campus consists of threebuildings, a largeoutdoorareathatprovides opportunity forvariededucationalandrecreationactivities, an extensive NaturePreservewhichincludesmarkedenvironmental points of interest,and woodedareasaccessibletostudents for play.
The school openedin 1982 with twenty preschoolchildrenandsincethen has has grownto serve approximately 160studentseachyearthrough the 8thgrade.
Each of our eight multiaged communities isguidedbyaMontessoricertified lead guide.
Our programs follow Dr.MariaMontessori`seducationalphilosophyand continuum throughacarefully preparedenvironment,informedobservation of thechild`ssocial, emotional &cognitivegrowth, andwork that isengaging,challenging, andsatisfying tothe child.
Please spend some timefamiliarizing yourself withourprogramsandour mission aspresented on this website.
We hope you find our site helpful inlearningmoreaboutMontessoriEducation and specifically aboutNature`sWay.
We would enjoy speaking with you aboutyourchild(ren)andyourfamily`s educational goals.
Come and visit! Wewould love to share ourclassroomsandgroundswith you.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Average class size: 24 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
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1982
Student Body
Total Students
142 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
11%
Average Class Size
24 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Terri Needham
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- Nature`s Way is located in NortheastKnoxvilleonsevenbeautifulwooded acres bordered by farm land.
- The campus consists of threebuildings, a largeoutdoorareathatprovides opportunity forvariededucationalandrecreationactivities, an extensive NaturePreservewhichincludesmarkedenvironmental points of interest,and woodedareasaccessibletostudents for play.
- The school openedin 1982 with twenty preschoolchildrenandsincethen has has grownto serve approximately 160studentseachyearthrough the 8thgrade.
- Each of our eight multiaged communities isguidedbyaMontessoricertified lead guide.
- Our programs follow Dr.MariaMontessori`seducationalphilosophyand continuum throughacarefully preparedenvironment,informedobservation of thechild`ssocial, emotional &cognitivegrowth, andwork that isengaging,challenging, andsatisfying tothe child.
- Please spend some timefamiliarizing yourself withourprogramsandour mission aspresented on this website.
- We hope you find our site helpful inlearningmoreaboutMontessoriEducation and specifically aboutNature`sWay.
- We would enjoy speaking with you aboutyourchild(ren)andyourfamily`s educational goals.
- Come and visit! Wewould love to share ourclassroomsandgroundswith you.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Natures Way Montessori School offer?
Natures Way Montessori School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Cross Country.
When is the application deadline for Natures Way Montessori School?
The application deadline for Natures Way Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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