Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Step By Step Montessori Preschool
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Step By Step Montessori Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Facts
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
10
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
Within the child lies the fate of the future
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- Step By Step Montessori Preschool was established in 2015.
- We currently serve children from 12 months through PreK.
- All of our guides are trained in the montessori method and the Director is licensed/certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education as well as holding a Master's Degree in Education.
- Step By Step Montessori Preschool was established in 2015. We currently serve children from 12 months through Pre-Kindergarten. All of our guides are trained in the montessori method and our director is licensed/certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education ²ÝÁñÉçÇø and Academic Schools. As well as holding a Master's Degree in Education. We are an established Montessori Preschool where are children have the freedom to learn and move in a beautifully prepared environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Step By Step Montessori Preschool offer a summer program?
Yes, Step By Step Montessori Preschool offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What is Step By Step Montessori Preschool's ranking?
Step By Step Montessori Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Step By Step Montessori Preschool?
The application deadline for Step By Step Montessori Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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