For 20 years, Montessori Preschool @ Copperfield is an award-winning provider of Montessori education in northwest Houston for ages 18 months 6 years.
We provide an authentic Montessori education to develop a child`s inner powers, self-discipline, and concentration.
We believe children have unlimited potential. Children should have a joyful environment with intellectual freedom.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 146 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Montessori Preschool At Copperfield ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1996
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a
Student Body
Total Students
146 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Celia Balasingham
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Spanish
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Music Class
Spanish
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Music Class
School Notes
- We have fun!
- In our school, learning is social and active. Children work together daily, developing critical social skills for elementary school and for life.
- Room to Play
- We have a acre playground, with shady oak trees, for children to learn and play. We also have covered patios for picnics and outdoor story time. Our spacious,sun-filled classrooms haveattached bathrooms and refrigerated water fountains.
- STEM Everyday
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education is integrated in our classes everyday. STEM is a part of your child`s all-day routine not just in one class and part of a specialized curriculum.
- A Global Outlook
- In the 21stcentury, children will interact with people from across the globe. We use current events, cultural festivals, and ourInternational Doll of the Monthspeaker series to spark conversationson culture and geography, and we celebrate the diverse heritage of our community.
- Personal Attention
- Our teacher-student ratios are intentionally low to maximize personalized instruction andimprove learning outcomes.
- Families First
- Learning is best when families are involved, and we buildrelationships with our parents. Through our Mama Bear program, parents actively contribute to school activities and events.
- Teacher Owned-and-Operated
- The school isowned-and-operatedby Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) Montessori teachers. Teachers are in leadership roles so learning (not profit) is always first.
- Kindergarten Ready
- Our students do well in elementary school. Our students typically transition into Gifted and Talented programs and others skip grades. Many alumni successfully compete to earn admission to private schools across Houston.
- An Early Education
- We believe children have unlimited potential and there`s no better time to educate children than in the early years.The Montessori approachdevelops reading, writing, and math skills as well as skills in independence, concentration, and grit.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Montessori Preschool At Copperfield often compared to?
Montessori Preschool At Copperfield is often viewed alongside schools like West Montessori School Of Copperfield by visitors of our site.
What sports does Montessori Preschool At Copperfield offer?
Montessori Preschool At Copperfield offers 3 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Martial Arts and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Preschool At Copperfield?
The application deadline for Montessori Preschool At Copperfield is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori Preschool At Copperfield located?
Montessori Preschool At Copperfield is located in the Copper Lakes neighborhood of Houston, TX.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2018
This school is excellent. The teachers are highly knowledgeable and follow Montessori principles closely. My little girl is learning so much every day and comes home so happy!
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