Ithaca Montessori School vs. Namaste Montessori School
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School Overview
Overview
Ithaca Montessori School (IMS) is a premiere learning center for families committed to a warm, welcoming, child-centered environment for their children.
IMS allows children to explore and discover the joy of learning in a nurturing and creative school setting.
Our goal is to encourage self-directed learning and to help our children become independent, inquiring and confident young men and women.
Our traditional Montessori curriculum is enhanced with yoga, music, art, dance and Spanish instruction.
Namaste Montessori School`s mission is to guide each student on their path of development by providing a carefullyprepared environment which nurtures the mind, body, and spirit of each individual.
Grades Offered
NS-PK
PK-6
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
Variety of learning differences supported
Year Founded
1969
2004
Students Body
Total Students
103 students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
6%
Students by Grade
n/a
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
40
10
Pre-K Students
63
24
Kindergarten Students
-
12
Grade 1 Students
-
3
Grade 2 Students
-
5
Grade 3 Students
-
7
Grade 4 Students
-
3
Grade 5 Students
-
4
Grade 6 Students
-
4
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
6 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
20%
Average Class Size
21
13
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:4
1:12
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
n/a
$11,460
Tuition Notes
Tuition is based on the class level (toddler/primary) and length of day (half/full)
Tiered longevity tuition discount. Financial Assistance available.
% on Financial Aid
n/a
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
n/a
$3,600
Acceptance Rate
90%
n/a
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
3
4
Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Music, Soccer, Yoga/Dancekenetics
4H Club, Ice Skating, Piano and Flute lessons, Robotics Club