Garden Montessori School (2026 Profile)

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Garden Montessori School

3225 Garden Dr
Knoxville, TN 37918

Tel: (865) 688-6776

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A child-centered and parent-inclusive Montessori school serving the needs of children ages two through eight grade.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 160 students
Yearly Tuition: $45,000
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1994

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

160 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 20%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

20 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$45,000

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Admissions Director

Dian Taylor

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

artmusic

orchestrapiano

Spanish

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Garden Montessori School cost?

Garden Montessori School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.

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Garden Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Knoxville Montessori School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Garden Montessori School?

The application deadline for Garden Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Garden Montessori School located?

Garden Montessori School is located in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other private schools located in Fountain City.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 160 students
Yearly Tuition: $45,000
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Knoxville, TN is $16,165 for elementary schools and $16,268 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Knoxville, TN is 85% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).