Step By Step is committed to providing such quality early childhood experience for children and staying true to the philosophy and core principles of Maria Montessori.
Children gain academic, social and emotional confidence by interacting in the non-competitive, positive and peaceful environment.
They learn to respect themselves, each other and the world around them.
They learn not only the academics to prepare them for future education; they learn skills to prepare them for life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Average class size: 30 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Average Class Size
30 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$4,380 - $17,880 (Half day programs available)
School Notes
- All of our locations are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and are 4-Star Parent Aware rated.
- We are the day care alternative for families looking for a Montessori program for the price of regular day care. We have 8 beautiful locations in the Minneapolis Metro area. We serve children ages 6 weeks to 6 years in our infant, toddler, preschool and kindergarten classrooms and offer a variety of programs, either full-time or part-time, including before and/or after school day care, to suit the needs of any family.
- Inherent to the Step By Step classroom is a carefully planned environment and includes the use of Montessori materials to allow children to explore practical life, sensory perception, reading and writing abilities, mathematical skills, geographical areas, and elements of botany and zoology as well as enrichment programs in music and foreign language. We believe fine arts are a part of the classroom curriculum and this strengthens the childs awareness of their own creativity and the diversity of others.
- In addition to the regular school day, families may elect to have their children participate in Dance, iPad classes, or Swimming lessons. Step By Step Montessori strives to maintain and retain quality staff. Our staff retention is among the highest in the industry. Our Lead Montessori Teachers are all Montessori Certified and many of our Assistant Teachers and Classroom Aides have either a four year degree or are working towards a four year degree. Give your child an advantage that will last a lifetime, this will be the best investment in your childs future.
- Infant: 1:4
- Toddler: 1:7
- Primary: 1:10
- Elementary: 1:15
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Step By Step Montessori Schools at Corcoran?
The application deadline for Step By Step Montessori Schools at Corcoran is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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