South Shore Montessori School At Waterset in Apollo Beach, FL serves 132 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through second grade in a rural community setting.
Founded in 2001, this co鈥揺d Montessori school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 8:1 with 16 teachers on staff.
The school is nonsectarian and holds membership in the National Independent 草榴社区 Schools Association along with other religious school associations.
Approximately 23% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting diversity within this early childhood program.
South Shore Montessori offers an alternative rural Montessori education option for families seeking preschool to grade 2 programs near Apollo Beach.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 132 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-2
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
132 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 47%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$1,360 monthly - Five Full Days (7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Education for Life
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are South Shore Montessori School At Waterset often compared to?
South Shore Montessori School At Waterset is often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Academy Of Tampa Bay by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for South Shore Montessori School At Waterset?
The application deadline for South Shore Montessori School At Waterset is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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