South Walton Montessori Academy (2026 Profile)

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South Walton Montessori Academy

101 Eden Gardens Rd
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Tel: (850) 231-5955

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South Walton Montessori Academy, established in 2004, is committed to providing children with a foundation for lifelong learning.

Our non-profit school is designed to nurture the development of the whole child through creative discovery and interaction with teachers, peers and materials.

We believe in preparing an enthusiastic environment that will nurture the growing child.

Our curriculum fosters intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development and prepares our children to be global citizens.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 90 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

90 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 47%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

5 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,500

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Application URL

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does South Walton Montessori Academy cost?

South Walton Montessori Academy's tuition is approximately $12,500 for private students.

When is the application deadline for South Walton Montessori Academy?

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

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 90 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,500
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Florida is $13,737 for elementary schools and $14,521 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Florida is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).