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Creative Minds Montessori (Closed 2026)

292 Old Tappan Rd
Westwood, NJ 07675
Creative Minds Montessori in Westwood, NJ, is a co–ed Montessori school serving 31 students in kindergarten within a suburban community.
The school is affiliated with the American Montessori Society and maintains a nonsectarian orientation.
Creative Minds Montessori has one teacher, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 31:1.
Approximately 40% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
As a kindergarten–only program, the school provides early childhood education focused on Montessori principles in Westwood.

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten

Student Body

Total Students
31 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
40%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Creative Minds Montessori?
The application deadline for Creative Minds Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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