OUR MISSION: We are a not-for-profit private school serving children and adolescents.
We follow Maria Montessori's proven model of education as the key to freeing each human's full potentual and moving toward a more peaceful society.
Through individualized guidance, we help students develop the intrinsic otivation, self-reliance, and self-discipline necessary to thrive in academics and in life.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,500
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Reading/Language-based, Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
19%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
15%
Average Class Size
20 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,500
Tuition Notes
Financial assistance is available for those in need. The Montessori Children\'s House of York, Inc. admits students of any race, color, gender, orientation, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, orientation, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educations policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs and athletic and other school administered programs.
% on Financial Aid
36%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Julie Shumway
School Notes
- Admissions: Students are typically accepted into the primary program between 2 and 4 years old. Siblings of children already enrolled, and children transferring from another Montessori program, are given preference.Invitations for admission into the elementary and adolescent programs are based on review of each student's application and a classroom visit.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Montessori Children's House Of York cost?
The Montessori Children's House Of York's tuition is approximately $10,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Montessori Children's House Of York?
The acceptance rate of The Montessori Children's House Of York is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
When is the application deadline for The Montessori Children's House Of York?
The application deadline for The Montessori Children's House Of York is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 12/17/2019
I cannot give enough positive feedback for MCHY. This school has made such a positive impact in both my children's lives, both academically and in their character. I have never met a group of teachers more committed to working with students to help them succeed, no matter what the challenge. The individualized education of each student is like no other school I have ever seen.
5 12/16/2019
I can't say enough wonderful things about this school! They provide truly personalized education for our son that takes into account his strengths and weaknesses, as well as his special interests. Independence, love of learning, respect, and community values are incorporated into every day at Montessori. We had never even heard of Montessori schools prior to our son reaching school age (he is now 11), but we knew that a traditional classroom education was not going to work well for him (extremely bright, but ADHD and mild autism). I'm so thankful that we found this school - it provides everything that our son needs to thrive and grow as a person. He loves going to school each morning and was overjoyed to hear that he will be able to continue there longer as they expand their current program to include older students.
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