Montessori Child Development Center

MCDC is an authentic Montessori school.   MCDC is a private Montessori school that serves Toddlers, Preschool, Kindergarten, and Elementary students,
MCDC serves Toddlers from 18 months through 3 years old.
MCDC serves Preschool, Preppie K, and Kindergarten.  MCDC serves 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade levels.
MCDC provides lessons and hands-on activities in Practical Life, Sensorial, Math, Language, and Cultural Arts.
MCDC provides an authentic Montessori curriculum, individualized instruction in Math, Science, Language, Reading, Physical Education, Art, and Music.
MCDC offers Soccer Shots, Webby Dance, Little Star Sports, Ukulele, Piano and Guitar classes as extra curricular activities.
MCDC teachers are certified in the Montessori instruction.  MCDC offers an enriched summer program.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
  • Enrollment: 173 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-5
Year Founded
1988
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
173 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Montessori Child Development Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Masters, Guitar, Music and Movement, Piano, Ukulele

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Little Star Sports, Physical Education, Soccer Shots, Webby Dance
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Montessori Child Development Center offer a summer program?
Yes, Montessori Child Development Center offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Montessori Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
  • Enrollment: 173 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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