Established in 1983, Woodinville Montessori School is a nonprofit independent school that provides an authentic Montessori education that recognizes and respects every student.
Our programs for Toddler, Early Childhood,Elementary, Middle and High School are firmly rooted in the Montessori Method.
WMS intentionally creates beautiful spaces for optimal learning at all program levels.
Our highly trained faculty build collaborative and supportive relationships with students.
In addition to strong academics, we offer enrichment and extracurricular opportunities such as field trips, world language, music and art instruction, innovative physical education, electives and athletics that enhance the learning experience.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked WA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School News
- WMS NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS 2023 - 02/01/2023Woodinville Montessori School is excited to announce that two students in the Class of 2023 (12th grade), Musashi (Tane) Koh and Meera Kohli, are Semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit ...moreScholarship Program. Tane and Meera will have an opportunity to continue in the competition for 7,250 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $28 million that will be offered next spring. Tane has been enrolled at WMS since 4th grade (Upper Elementary) and Meera since Early Childhood. Congratulations to these high school seniors and their families on this academic accomplishment! To learn more about the National Merit Scholarship Program, read the full press release here: https://www.nationalmerit.org/s/1758/images/gid2/editor_documents/23_meritsemi.pdf?gid=2&pgid=61. hide
Top Rankings
Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1983
Student Body
Total Students
374 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Honors Algebra, Honors Algebra II, Honors American Studies, Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry, Honors Geometry, Honors World History, Honors World Literature
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No dress code
No dress code
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Annual tuition for 2023-2024 varies by program, from $14,510-$28,860.Additional fees may be charged on an individual basis for learning support.The Board of Trustees sets the annual tuition in January of each year.Please see our website for more information.
Admissions Director
Julie Schwarz
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
24 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Archery, Chess Club, Coding, Cooking, Dungeons and Dragons, Gardening, Junior State of America, MakerSpace, Math Team, Montessori Model United Nations, Robotics Team, Rocketry, Study Skills/Homework Class
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama, Theater Arts, Visual Art
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Capoeira, Orienteering Team, Parkour, Pickleball Team, Soccer Club, Soccer Team, Yoga
Archery, Chess Club, Coding, Cooking, Dungeons and Dragons, Gardening, Junior State of America, MakerSpace, Math Team, Montessori Model United Nations, Robotics Team, Rocketry, Study Skills/Homework Class
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Drama, Theater Arts, Visual Art
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Capoeira, Orienteering Team, Parkour, Pickleball Team, Soccer Club, Soccer Team, Yoga
School Notes
Woodinville Montessori School is a diverse community of lifelong
learners dedicated to the optimal intellectual, emotional, social,
physical, ethical and spiritual development of each child using
Montessori and contemporary methods.
Our community exists to nurture creative, conscientious and productive individuals committed to caring for themselves, one another and the environment in an ever-changing, global society.
Woodinville Montessori School is approved by the state of Washington through grade 12. Accreditation is a voluntary process that is undertaken by schools that are committed to continuous school improvement and compliance with certain standards. We are proud to be fully accredited through 12th grade by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS), and for students aged 18 months through 17 years by the American Montessori Society (AMS). These agencies establish and oversee standards of excellence for Montessori and independent schools. There are many levels of involvement with AMS and NWAIS, including full, associate, initiate and affiliate. Full accreditation means that the school practices the authentic educational philosophy and practices of Maria Montessori, and that it demonstrates compliance with the rigorous standards established by AMS and NWAIS. Jointly accredited by AMS and NWAIS since spring 2006, WMS is also the only school in the Northwest accredited through 12th grade by both organizations.
We strive to offer
Our community exists to nurture creative, conscientious and productive individuals committed to caring for themselves, one another and the environment in an ever-changing, global society.
Woodinville Montessori School is approved by the state of Washington through grade 12. Accreditation is a voluntary process that is undertaken by schools that are committed to continuous school improvement and compliance with certain standards. We are proud to be fully accredited through 12th grade by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS), and for students aged 18 months through 17 years by the American Montessori Society (AMS). These agencies establish and oversee standards of excellence for Montessori and independent schools. There are many levels of involvement with AMS and NWAIS, including full, associate, initiate and affiliate. Full accreditation means that the school practices the authentic educational philosophy and practices of Maria Montessori, and that it demonstrates compliance with the rigorous standards established by AMS and NWAIS. Jointly accredited by AMS and NWAIS since spring 2006, WMS is also the only school in the Northwest accredited through 12th grade by both organizations.
We strive to offer
- The highest educational standards.
- A personalized educational experience.
- Excellent teachers and low student-teacher ratios.
- Strong collaboration between students, parents, teachers and staff.
- Development of strong personal values and cooperative social skills.
- An atmosphere that celebrates and honors diversity.
- Teachers are trained to carefully observe and respect children's individual needs and interests.
- Students move at their own pace, and receive individualized assessment.
- Environments are prepared with thoughtful, hands-on, Montessori materials.
- Multi-age classrooms mean younger children learn readily from older children, and older children develop mastery of skills by teaching.
- The curriculum fosters community awareness and social responsibility.
- Children naturally develop self-discipline and a love of learning.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus offer?
Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus offers 4 interscholastic sports: Archery, Field Hockey, Intramural Sports Only and Soccer.
What is Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus's ranking?
Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus?
The application deadline for Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
View the Woodinville Montessori School - Bothell (North Creek) Campus yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
SCHOOL CLOSED - Memorial Day (no child care/camp, all offices closed)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Last day of school (full day)
June 18, 2024 (Tuesday)
Juneteenth (school open)
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
First day of summer camp
June 24, 2024 (Monday)
SCHOOL CLOSED - No summer camp & all offices closed
July 04, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 10/23/2020
My son is in a lower elementary class (mixed age 1st-3rd grade class). I was immediately impressed with the school during our prospective student tour. The student guide, a 3rd grader assigned to my child, was well spoken and kind. The classroom was quiet; all the children were working independently or in pairs. They seemed very engaged. We enrolled our son for first grade. Our next experience with the classroom was on his birthday when my husband and I were invited to bring photos of our child from each year of his life. The kids sat in a circle while my son walked around the circle holding each photo. All the kids were so polite and asked many questions about the photo. Afterward, there were many kids that volunteered to help my son pass out his birthday treats. It was obvious that these kids are kind to each other. As of late; I have become even more impressed by the school's handling of COVID-19. The remote learning that started last spring was a smooth transition for us as parents and for my child. I enjoyed seeing my son's interactions with his teachers on zoom. They are patient and caring. They're able to teach difficult concepts—he was learning long subtraction with regrouping to a first grader over zoom! I appreciate the open communication lines I have with the teachers. Emails are answered very quickly (within the same day) and we are also able to communicate using the SeeSaw app. My son is now back in in-person school. I am so impressed by how safely and thoughtfully they have opened the school back up. WMS has been a blessing to our family.
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