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Garden Montessori School (Closed 2024)

204 Commerce Park Drive
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
The Garden Montessori School is a child-centered, parent-inclusive school that provides a stimulating environment for Teachers and staff to respond to children's interests the Montessori method.
At the Garden we respect children's differences and encourage them to make appropriate choices thereby becoming self-directed in their learning in order to develop as responsible individuals and cooperative self motivated members of their community.
The Garden is staffed by certified Teachers, Aides and support staff.
Parents are encouraged to play an active role in the school.
Our school believes that education is a family concern. To foster consistency between the home and school, we offer parent education classes about Montessori education and philosophy.

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1999
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
66 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$ 5700 for AM Program M-F 8:30-11:30 $ 6500 for Pre-K 4 Program M & F 8:30-11:30 TWH-8:30-2:00 $6900 for Kindergarten M & F 8:30-11:30 TWH 8:30-3:00
Admissions Director
Sandra M. Durkin
Admissions Associate
Melissa Chapman

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Spanish

School Notes

  • The Garden Montessori School is a child-centered, parent-inclusive school that provides a stimulating environment for Teachers and staff to respond to children's interests using the Montessori method. At the Garden we respect children's differences and encourage them to make appropriate choices thereby becoming self-directed in their learning in order to develop as responsible individuals and cooperative self motivated members of their community. The children develop initiative and self confidence with planning and goal setting skills utilizing time management and organanizational skills. The Garden is staffed by certified Teachers, Aides and support staff. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in the school. Our school believes that education is a family concern. To foster consistency between the home and school, we offer parent education classes about Montessori education and philosophy.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Garden Montessori School cost?
Garden Montessori School's tuition is approximately $5,600 for private students.
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).

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