The Children's House Montessori School welcomes curious learners and their families in a partnership dedicated to meeting the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical needs of each child. Our admissions process is designed to introduce children and families to the philosophy and practice of Montessori education and to the vibrant Children’s House community. Applications are accepted throughout the year; most admissions decisions are made in the spring, with exceptions made for occasional midyear entry. The admissions process is also a vehicle for parents and the School to determine the fit between home and school in terms of Montessori philosophy and practice, cultural values, and academic expectations.

A Walk Through the Admissions Process – How to Navigate with Ease

­Interested families may call, email, or stop by the school to request an admissions packet.

Following review of the packet, parents may call the School, at 236-2911, to schedule a school tour, including a classroom observation and a meeting with Administrative Director Kristin Sidwell. This adult-only chance for parents to experience Montessori education first-hand is a required step in the admissions process. You may request an Application for Admissions and a Financial Aid packet when you visit.
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After visiting, parents may submit the completed Application with a $50.00 non-refundable fee to secure a spot for their child in our applicant pool.

­Upon receipt of the application and non-refundable fee, we will open a file for your child. We schedule applicants to visit a classroom in early spring. Primary age children visit with a parent for an hour during the morning. Elementary age children visit independently for at least one full day. Toddler applicants do not visit in advance, except for a possible walk through with parents when class is not in session. We want you to have a chance to see the school through your child’s eyes, for teachers to determine the child's readiness, and for all of us to get better acquainted.
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Children’s House offers priority in enrollment to currently enrolled students and their siblings. Parents of prospective siblings and the siblings themselves (except toddlers) are required to visit CHMS as part of the admissions process.
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We will notify prospective families of admissions decisions as soon as the re-enrollment period for current families has closed in the spring. We offer new families a predetermined length of time to respond and enroll by signing and returning the Enrollment Contract with the non-refundable Registration Fee, the Tuition Refund Fee and an Activity Fee (where applicable). A child is considered enrolled only when the Enrollment Contract is signed and returned with the requested fees. The school guarantees placement only when the contract and fees are returned by the requested date.

We welcome your interest! Please call weekdays to schedule a visit or speak to  Kristin Sidwell, Administrative Director.