Deerfield Montessori Childrens House in Deerfield, IL, serves 22 students in grades PK through K as a nonsectarian, all鈥揼irls early childhood program in a suburban community.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 22:1 with one teacher providing Montessori鈥揵ased early learning.
Deerfield Montessori Childrens House is a member of the American Montessori Society and a state or regional independent school association.
The program is designed specifically for preschool and kindergarten鈥揳ged girls in the Deerfield area.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
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 Deerfield Montessori Childrens House?
The application deadline for Deerfield Montessori Childrens House is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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