Kennedy Heights Montessori Center is a pure Montessori preschool and parent co-op, serving children ages 2 through kindergarten. With a history of superior Montessori education and diversity, KHMC provides full and half day programs, including extended care.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1965
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
1%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tiered tuition based on family income, assistance available through Hamilton County Jobs and Family Services and Preschool Promise
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer is additional fee and based on the same tiered tuition rate
Admissions Director
Marybeth Schneider
Admissions Associate
Tracy Lundy
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Acting Class with Playhouse in the Park
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Imagination Yoga
Acting Class with Playhouse in the Park
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Imagination Yoga
School Notes
- Children must be 24 months old to enter the toddler room. Children must be 3 years or older and toilet trained to enter the 3-6 program.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kennedy Heights Montessori Center often compared to?
Kennedy Heights Montessori Center is often viewed alongside schools like The Seven Hills School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Kennedy Heights Montessori Center offer?
Kennedy Heights Montessori Center offers 1 interscholastic sports: Dance.
When is the application deadline for Kennedy Heights Montessori Center?
The application deadline for Kennedy Heights Montessori Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Kennedy Heights Montessori Center located?
Kennedy Heights Montessori Center is located in the Kennedy Heights neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH.
School Calendar
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Date
School Closed
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
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