Stepping Stones Montessori School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Prekindergarten-7
Enrollment: 153 students
Yearly Tuition: $20,970
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-7

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Stepping Stones Montessori School
Pre-K	70
Kind	26
1	13
2	8
3	8
4	10
5	6
6	8
7	4

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Year Founded

1983

School Calendar

School Motto

Education for Life

Student Body

Total Students

153 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 19%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

17:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Students dress for the weather and to be comfortable working all over the classroom.

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$20,970

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Admissions Director

Sarah Danielski

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School Notes

Stepping Stones Montessori was established in 1983 by a group of dedicated parents.
It continues today with a Parent Board and functions as a non-profit.
Our programs currently serve children from the age of 3 to 15 years of age.
Stepping Stones Montessori is a member of the American Montessori Society.
Many of our faculty are active members of the North American Montessori Teacher's Association (NAMTA), the American Montessori Society (AMS) and Association Montessori Internationale (AMI).
Stepping Stones Montessori School nurtures global citizens and guides each child to realize their unique potential.
We are not a typical school. We aim to sustain an environment that enables each child to thrive as a life-long learner who is self-directed and responsible; self-confident and respectful; and self-aware and globally-conscious.

Stepping Stones Montessori was established in 1983 by a group of dedicated parents. It continues today with a Parent Board and functions as a non-profit. Our programs currently serve children from the age of 12 weeks to 15 years of age. Stepping Stones Montessori is a member of the American Montessori Society. Many of our faculty are active members of the North American Montessori Teacher's Association (NAMTA). Stepping Stones Montessori School's Mission: Engage each child's passion for learning through the Montessori philosophy of education. Sustain an environment that enables each child to thrive as a life-long learner who is:
Self-directed and responsible
Self-confident and respectful
Self-aware and globally-conscious

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Stepping Stones Montessori School cost?

Stepping Stones Montessori School's tuition is approximately $20,970 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Stepping Stones Montessori School?

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

In what neighborhood is Stepping Stones Montessori School located?

Stepping Stones Montessori School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 12/12/2024

Our son attended this school for 8 wonderful years. All of their head guides are properly Montessori trained, which does not happen in all schools. And their staff are so loving and respectful to the children and real partners to the parents. The overall community is great. And their middle school program is on a beautiful farm! Our son transitioned well to a public high school and is now in the honors college of a university. We love Stepping Stones Montessori School!

- Posted by Parent - Deanna

5 11/19/2018

SSMS has been a fantastic choice for my daughter, I couldn't be happier. Love the Montessori way, (which I was new to), it's so effective I have begun incorporating their methods into my parenting with wonderful results. The staff is so caring and knowledgable regarding; teaching, development and growing children through play and study. Never been so happy about a decision for my daughter...

- Posted by Parent - Vincent

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The average private school tuition in Grand Rapids, MI is $8,909 for elementary schools and $11,118 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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