Minnetonka Montessori (Closed 2010)

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Minnetonka Montessori (Closed 2010)

Minnetonka Montessori was formed at the Excelsior Congregational Church in 1963 by a group of local parents.

In 1968, Nancy Tampoe arrived from Sri Lanka and was instrumental in promoting the true Montessori method at many of the Montessori schools in the area.

She was trained directly by Maria Montessori and our current directress worked closely with Nancy for many years.

Minnetonka Montessori continues to be a parent-run, non-profit, non-discriminatory organization.

Classes still meet at the Congregational Church at 471 3rd Street in downtown Excelsior.

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

Student Body

Total Students

2 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 23%

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Minnetonka Montessori?

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

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