Our school follows the educational philosophies developed by Maria Montessori, providing a prepared environment of learning materials that entice a child to experience learning in an atmosphere of peaceful community. We welcome students ages three through six into an environment designed to nurture the growth and development of each child socially, academically and emotionally during his or her first school experience.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 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-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1995
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Childlight Montessori School?
The application deadline for Childlight Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Childlight Montessori School is Seacoast Christian School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Berwick Academy (0.9 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Seacoast Christian School
(Christian)
Grades: K-12 | 176 students 0.7 miles 336 Main Street
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-5759
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-5759
0.7
K-12
176
Grades: PK-12 | 539 students 0.9 miles 31 Academy St
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-6300
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-6300
0.9
PK-12
539
Strafford Learning Center - John Powers School
Special Education School
Grades: 2-8 | 25 students 3 miles 317 Main St
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-4411
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-4411
3
2-8
25
Somersworth Early Learning Cen
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: PK-K | 93 students 3.9 miles 15 Bartlett Ave
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-2081
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-2081
3.9
PK-K
93
Grades: PK-12 | 170 students 4.7 miles 150 W High St
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-2093
Somersworth, NH 03878
(603) 692-2093
4.7
PK-12
170
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