Discovery. Independence. Leadership. The Gloucester Montessori School provides a unique learning environment for individualized, interdisciplinary education for students from Pre-K through Upper Elementary.
The structured, hands-on approach promotes a love of learning, accountability and independence, while building confidence as students become role models for the school community and beyond.
The curriculum develops independent thinkers and problem-solvers through academic, artistic, and social growth.
Before and after school care is available to meet the needs of the school's families.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1979
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
9 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gloucester Montessori School often compared to?
Gloucester Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Ware Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Gloucester Montessori School?
The application deadline for Gloucester Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Gloucester Montessori School is Christchurch School (7.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Ware Academy (6.4 miles away)
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7936 John Clayton Memorial Hwy
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-3825
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-3825
6.4 miles
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7936 John Clayton Memorial Hwy
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-3825
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-3825
6.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 182 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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7936 John Clayton Memorial Hwy
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-3825
Gloucester, VA 23061
(804) 693-3825
6.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 182 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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7936 John Clayton Memorial Hwy
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(804) 693-3825
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(804) 693-3825
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49 Seahorse Lane
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(804) 542-6843
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(804) 542-6843
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(804) 693-3825
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(804) 693-3825
6.4 miles
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107 Steamboat Rd.
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(804) 438-5575
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(804) 438-5575
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(757) 220-1978
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