Located on seven acres in Sandy Springs, Ga., the school is accredited by SAIS and Cognia and serves children ages 18 months through 8th grade. Springmont provides students with a foundation for learning that supports problem-solving, develops collaborative skills, grows self-awareness and ignites imaginations.
Celebrating 60 years, Springmont is the oldest Montessori school in the Southeast.
Our engaging environment equips students with the communication, collaboration and leadership skills needed to be effective in the future.
At Springmont, lessons are experienced, not just taught. Springmont`s progressive approach balances individualized learning with challenge and expectation. Extraordinary By Design!
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked GA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Springmont School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1963
Student Body
Total Students
266 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Admissions Director
Andrea Restifo
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Crafts, Carpentry, Chess Club, Cooking Classes, Engineering and 3D Printing, Robotics/STEM, Yoga
Arts and Music Programs:
Strings Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club
Arts and Crafts, Carpentry, Chess Club, Cooking Classes, Engineering and 3D Printing, Robotics/STEM, Yoga
Arts and Music Programs:
Strings Ensemble
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Running Club
School Notes
- Culturally diverse and inclusive student and faculty population
- Art, Music, PE, Spanish, and Outdoor Science Education are part of the curriculum, not electives.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Springmont School offer?
Springmont School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country and Ultimate Frisbee.
What is Springmont School's ranking?
Springmont School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Springmont School?
The application deadline for Springmont School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
View the Springmont School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Presidents' Day - School Closed
February 17, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - School Closed
March 03, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - School Closed
March 04, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - School Closed
March 05, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - School Closed
March 06, 2025 (Thursday)
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