Children's Garden Montessori School Of Poulsbo is a ruralbased Montessori preschool located in Poulsbo, WA, serving 19 students in prekindergarten.
Founded in 1990, the school maintains a studentteacher ratio of 10:1 with two teachers on staff.
The annual tuition for this nonsectarian early learning program is $13,800, with casual dress code policies.
This coeducational Montessori school operates on a 10acre campus reflecting its rural community setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Average class size: 20 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-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 31, 2026
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 15, 2027
Campus Size
10 acres
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please see our website for current rates at CGMSPoulsbo.com
Admissions Director
Kristen Sundquist
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: The Friendly School Where Children Enjoy Learning
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Children's Garden Montessori School Of Poulsbo often compared to?
Children's Garden Montessori School Of Poulsbo is often viewed alongside schools like Central Kitsap Montessori by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Children's Garden Montessori School Of Poulsbo?
The application deadline for Children's Garden Montessori School Of Poulsbo is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(360) 779-9189
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(360) 396-3400
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(360) 396-3300
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(360) 396-3300
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(360) 396-3100
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