Montessori Academy promotes joy of learning and strives to prepare each student for the next level of education.
We adhere to the principles and ideas of Dr. Maria Montessori.
The Academy`s curriculum implements the Montessori philosophy and methodology at the preprimary level and combines these with more traditional approaches in the elementary program.
The first priority is to offer a quality education.
As a service to Montessori Academy parents, an All Day Program has evolved for childcare before and after school.
The mission of Montessori Academy of Evansville is, "to assist each child to construct the adult that is to be." The Academy provides an enjoyable opportunity for learning.
Here the children discover themselves as individuals and their relationships to the world.
A Montessori-trained teacher serves as the catalyst within the prepared environment.
The materials and curriculum are developmentally appropriate for children preprimary age through third grade.
The atmosphere is one of individualized attention, guidance and self discipline.
The classroom environment stimulates intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth.
The school promotes the development of self-motivation, independence, curiosity, cooperation, and concern for others within the framework of a strong academic program.
At Montessori Academy, the work of the child has an internal goal the construction of the total person.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked IN School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
1979
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
122 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15
School Notes
- Montessori Academy promotes joy of learning and strives to prepare each student for the next level of education.
- We adhere to the principles and ideas of Dr. Maria Montessori.
- The Academy`s curriculum implements the Montessori philosophy and methodology at the preprimary level and combines these with more traditional approaches in the elementary program.
- The first priority is to offer a quality education.
- As a service to Montessori Academy parents, an All Day Program has evolved for childcare before and after school.
- The mission of Montessori Academy of Evansville is, "to assist each child to construct the adult that is to be." The Academy provides an enjoyable opportunity for learning.
- Here the children discover themselves as individuals and their relationships to the world.
- A Montessori-trained teacher serves as the catalyst within the prepared environment.
- The materials and curriculum are developmentally appropriate for children preprimary age through third grade.
- The atmosphere is one of individualized attention, guidance and self discipline.
- The classroom environment stimulates intellectual, emotional, social and physical growth.
- The school promotes the development of self-motivation, independence, curiosity, cooperation, and concern for others within the framework of a strong academic program.
- At Montessori Academy, the work of the child has an internal goal the construction of the total person.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Montessori Academy's ranking?
Montessori Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Academy?
The application deadline for Montessori Academy is Dec. 15.
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