The Montessori House offers children a remarkable learning experience based on Maria Montessori`s insights and materials.
Each year about 75 pupils participate in a rich variety of programs for children ages 2-1/2 to 7, including half-day, full-day and after care options plus summer camp.
Visit our website to book your private tour online, Or call or text 201-816-8343 to find out more about The Montessori House School.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-1
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,500
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-1
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
25%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
25 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,500
Tuition Notes
For Sept 20229
$15,500 half-day (M-F, 8:30-12:00)
$24,400 full-day (M-F, 8:30-3:00)
Summer Program Cost
$3,200
Summer Program Cost Notes
$3,200 for six weeks in 2024
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
After Care to 6:00 p.m., Before Care from 7:30 a.m.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Studio, Explore Art, Rainbow Piano, Singing Fun, Storybook Fun, Telling Tales
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Movement and Dance, Yoga
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Studio, Explore Art, Rainbow Piano, Singing Fun, Storybook Fun, Telling Tales
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Movement and Dance, Yoga
School Notes
- The Montessori House is the only pre-school in Northeast Bergen County that is a Verified Member School of the American Montessori Society (AMS). That means all our lead teachers have earned their Montessori credentials, including over 1 year of course work and a 1 year practicum (student teaching).
- All our Montessori classes have a student:teacher ratio of 10:1 or less.
- We offer both full day and half-day programs for children between the ages of 2-1/2 and 1st grade, plus After Care until 6 p.m. and Before Care from 7:30 a.m.
- We also offer special after-school classes from 3 to 4 p.m.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Montessori House School cost?
The Montessori House School's tuition is approximately $15,500 for private students and $3,200 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Montessori House School?
The acceptance rate of The Montessori House School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
When is the application deadline for The Montessori House School?
The application deadline for The Montessori House School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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