Community Montessori School

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the questions we hear most often about the admission process.

  • Can I drop in anytime for a school tour?

    Tours are by appointment only. To schedule a tour, start by filling out our online inquiry form. Then our Enrollment Director will reach out to get your tour scheduled.

  • Who should attend the school tour?

    We want to meet the whole family so, when possible, please bring your children. We only tour with one family at a time so you will be the only visitors that day.

  • How long does the tour take?

    Most tours last about an hour.

  • Is there a waiting list?

    Yes. The Enrollment Director can tell you how long the waiting list is for your child’s level.

  • Do you offer any part time enrollment options?

    No. All CMS students attend for the full Montessori day 5 days per week from (8am-3pm). We find that children benefit from a more consistent routine so a full-time schedule works best for all ages. Additional programs are available to extend these hours. Inquire for more information.

  • Is the school open year-round?

    No. We follow a school year calendar, which runs from mid-August to the end of May. Additional programs are available on a limited basis during the summer.

  • How far in advance may I submit an application?

    Applications don’t expire, so you are encouraged to apply as early as possible. It is not uncommon for parents to fill out applications for babies that haven’t been born yet. In this case, we encourage you to just put “baby” and the due date on the application. We can update it with the correct name and birth date after the child is born.

  • Do I have to reapply every year?

    No. Applications do not expire. If you need to update your information, contact our Admissions team.

  • May I request a specific classroom/teacher?

    No. All of our teachers are equally qualified, and we stand behind the education that each and every one of them provides. There are a lot of factors that go into classroom assignments. We strive to provide diversity and balance in each community.

  • What is your student-teacher ratio?

    We are an AMI recognized Montessori school and as such, we follow their standard for class sizes. Our Casita classes have 10-14 children per class with one Montessori trained guide and one or two assistants. For all other classes, we have 24-30 children per class with one Montessori trained guide and one full time assistant. The multi-age groupings and developing independence of our students make this an ideal number to balance the community.

  • Is there a sibling discount?

    Yes, please refer to our Tuition & Fee Schedule for our available discounts.

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