Fraser Woods Montessori School (2026-27 Profile)

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Founded in 1968, Fraser Woods Montessori School is a CAIS-accredited independent day school serving students from 15 months through 8th grade on a beautiful eight-acre campus in Newtown, Connecticut.
Affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS) and NAIS, we offer authentic Montessori education for Fairfield, New Haven, and Litchfield County families.Our Toddler, Primary, and Elementary programs follow the proven methods of Dr. Maria Montessori - cultivating compassion, confidence, and a lifelong joy of learning through hands-on, self-directed, multi-age classrooms.
Small class sizes, a 14:1 student-teacher ratio, and dedicated faculty ensure every child receives individualized attention.Our Middle School serves as a purposeful bridge between Montessori and the competitive independent and public high schools our graduates attend - anchored in Montessori's social-emotional philosophy while delivering the academic rigor of the best progressive independent schools.Enrichment includes art, makerspace, fabrications lab, music, Spanish, physical education, and 14 sports programs.
Financial aid is available.
Now enrolling - schedule a tour at fraserwoods.com.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 210 students
Yearly Tuition: $13,740
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Fraser Woods Montessori School
Nursery	24
Pre-K	45
Kind	15
1	20
2	20
3	20
4	24
5	8
6	12
7	12
8	10

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1968

Summer School Offered

Yes

Campus Size

8 acres

Student Body

Total Students

210 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$13,740

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Tuition Notes

varies by program level

% on Financial Aid

30%

Admissions Director

Alison Kistner

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

SoccerSoftball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Extended Work Day

School Notes

Founded in 1968, Fraser Woods Montessori School is a CAIS-accredited independent day school serving students from 15 months through 8th grade on a beautiful eight-acre campus in Newtown, Connecticut. Affiliated with the American Montessori Society (AMS) and NAIS, we offer authentic Montessori education for Fairfield, New Haven, and Litchfield County families.Our Toddler, Primary, and Elementary programs follow the proven methods of Dr. Maria Montessori - cultivating compassion, confidence, and a lifelong joy of learning through hands-on, self-directed, multi-age classrooms. Small class sizes, a 14:1 student-teacher ratio, and dedicated faculty ensure every child receives individualized attention.Our Middle School serves as a purposeful bridge between Montessori and the competitive independent and public high schools our graduates attend - anchored in Montessori's social-emotional philosophy while delivering the academic rigor of the best progressive independent schools.Enrichment includes art, makerspace, fabrications lab, music, Spanish, physical education, and 14 sports programs. Financial aid is available. Now enrolling - schedule a tour at fraserwoods.com.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fraser Woods Montessori School cost?

Fraser Woods Montessori School's tuition is approximately $13,740 for private students.

What sports does Fraser Woods Montessori School offer?

Fraser Woods Montessori School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Softball.

When is the application deadline for Fraser Woods Montessori School?

The application deadline for Fraser Woods Montessori School is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 9/20/2018

We have one graduate, one incoming student and two current students at Fraser Woods. It is a terrific Montessori school that creates an environment that allows each student to develop at their pace. The inclusive and collaborative environment also promotes social development that I find unique and refreshing. The school caters to the individual and engages parents in the learning journey. It places the educational emphasis on understanding the concept behind an approach, idea or formula. In this way, children learn how to problem solve and learn to appreciate the different ways to do this. While Montessori's roots are now over 100 years old, the educational philosophy is more relevant today than it was then.

- Posted by Parent - Oliver S

5 8/12/2018

Children love to learn at Fraser Woods Montessori School! Visit the school and you'll feel the kids' joy as they're spread out in the classrooms or halls, conferring together or concentrating deeply on their own. In addition to a fine academic program, FWM provides a safe community where children learn compassion, self confidence, and a sense of social responsibility.

- Posted by Parent - Robert Schultz

5 6/25/2013

Wonderful place! Involved parents and nice environment. Lots of extra things the children get exposed to.

- Posted by Parent - janeb

5 10/6/2012

Love this school and the Montessori philosophy! This is a beautiful way to learn and I have been fortunate to have found this for my two children. We''ve been here for 8 years

- Posted by Parent - helen

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The average private school tuition in Fairfield County, CT is $25,804 for elementary schools and $33,260 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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