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Lamplighter Montessori School provides an enriched, quality Montessori education for students 18 mo - 15 years of age.Spacious, well-lit classrooms, with child-sized furniture and art, showcase the full scope and sequence of Montessori materials. Montessori trained teachers, with a vast knowledge of child development, guide students along their learning path, staying attuned to their emerging gifts, and supplying the appropriate level of challenge to inspire a genuine love of learning.
We prioritize the education of the whole child through a comprehensive study in the following subject areas: Mathematics, Science, Geography and Culture, History, Language, Handwriting, Sensorial Refinement, Practical Life, Grace and Courtesy, Art, Spanish, Library, Orff Music, Physical Education, and MakerSpace.
Ranges from $7,250 for part-time toddler to $15,210 for full time Middle School
Summer Program Cost
$225
Summer Program Cost Notes
Can sign up for 1 week at a time.
% on Financial Aid
11%
Admissions Director
Sally Harville
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubChess Club
Nature ClubPhysical Fitness Club
Science LabSoccer Shots
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education
School Notes
Memphis area families are fortunate to have a variety of education
options. Here is what sets Lamplighter apart:
We offer a high quality, person-centered Montessori education
that supports the development of every child and celebrates
individual strengths and gifts, with extended care and after-school
enrichment opportunities to support the needs of modern
families.
We exceed the rigorous expectations required for accreditation
by the American Montessori Society (AMS), the Southern Association
of Independent Schools (SAIS), and Cognia, and exceed compliance
standards monitored by the Tennessee Department of
Education.
We employ a team of educators and administrators drawing upon
decades of classroom experience, Montessori certification, and
advanced degrees to demonstrate their passion for
education.
Lamplighter Montessori School's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students and $225 for summer students.
What schools are Lamplighter Montessori School often compared to?
Lamplighter Montessori School is often viewed alongside schools like Midtown Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Lamplighter Montessori School?
The application deadline for Lamplighter Montessori School is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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