Admissions
Application Process
A tour of the school and an observation of the classroom community a family is applying for is considered essential. To schedule a tour call the Front Office at 281.358.8933 or click the Contact Us button on the left of this page.
After the tour, an application, with the non-refundable application fee, will be accepted, recorded and kept for consideration when a vacancy does arise.
Applications may be submitted at any time.
- Infant, Toddler and Primary students can join the school throughout the school year when spaces become available.
- Elementary and Middle School students will be considered at the beginning of each semester. Special consideration can be made for students moving to the area and are current Montessori students at their previous school. Applicants for Elementary and Middle School must give permission for previous school records to be obtained.
Students are placed in classroom communities based on many factors including when a vacancy becomes available, a balance in the age, gender and personalities of the students and overall make up of the classroom.
When it is determined that there is a vacancy the classroom teacher will call the family to schedule an interview. Most interviews are conducted after the school day and in a classroom that does not have any other students present.
- Infant and Toddler students- the interview lasts approximately ½ hour. Parent(s) and child join the teachers in a class to explore. Parents can help by answering questions and discussing things that cannot be observed during this time.
- Primary students- the interview lasts approximately 45 minutes. If the child separates from their parent they will join the teachers in a class. Parents may join their child for support, but must observe during the interview. Depending on the child’s age and their previous schooling experience the teacher’s will learn what areas of the curriculum to explore.
- All Elementary and Middle School students- This interview lasts approximately 1 hour to 1.5 hours. Parents remain in the Front Office. Teachers will use previous school records to determine the pace of the interview.
Following the interview the teachers may comment about in general about interview but will not comment on a child’s acceptance to the school.
Within one week of the interview a letter of acceptance or declination will be sent from the Head of School. If your child’s enrollment is accepted you are asked to reply to the offer of enrollment and secure your child’s placement with a deposit.
If your child’s enrollment is not accepted you are welcome to contact the school to inquire if it is appropriate to apply at another time.
We invite you to download and print the application:
- Application for Infant (6 weeks – 18 months)
- Application for Toddler or Primary (18 months – 6 years)
- Application for Elementary (1st – 6th grade)
- Application for Middle School (7th – 8th grade)
For further information or to receive a brochure, fill out our online request or you may telephone our office at 281-358-8933.
Download PDF of Fees, Payment Options, Discounts
Tuition – School Year Contract 10 Months
| Toddler | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
10 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Ages 1 1/2 – 3) | 8:30 – 3:00 | $8,900 | $8,722 | $890 |
| Primary | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
10 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Ages 3 – 6) | 8:30 – 3:00 | $7,800 | $7,644 | $780 |
| Elementary | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
10 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (ages 6 – 12) | 8:15 – 3:15 | $8,700 | $8,526 | $870 |
| Middle School | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
10 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (ages 12 – 15) | 8:15 – 3:15 | $10,000 | $9,800 | $1,000 |
Tuition – Year Round Contract 12 Months
| Infant | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
12 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (6 wks – 18 mo) | 7:00 – 5:30 | $14,500 | $14,210 | $1,208 |
| Toddler | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
12 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Ages 1 1/2 – 3) | 8:30 – 3:00 | $10,680 | $10,466 | $890 |
| Primary | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
12 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Ages 3 – 6) | 8:30 – 3:00 | $9,360 | $9,173 | $780 |
| Elementary | Hours | Tuition | One Payment Less 2% |
12 Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (ages 6 – 12) | 8:15 – 3:15 | $10,440 | $10,231 | $870 |
Extended Care Rates
| Year Round (12 months) | School Year (10 months) | Monthly | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School Care All Students | 6:30-8:30 AM | $1,860 | $1,550 | $155 |
| Toddlers After School Care | 3:00 – 6:00 PM | $2,640 | $2,200 | $220 |
| Primary, Elementary, Middle School After Care | 3:00 – 6:30 PM | $2,640 | $2,200 | $220 |
| Toddlers Before & After School Care | 6:30-8:30 AM 3:00 – 6:00 PM |
$3,720 | $3,100 | $310 |
| Primary, Elementary, Middle School Before & After Care | 6:30-8:30 AM 3:00 – 6:30 PM |
$3,720 | $3,100 | $310 |
DROP-IN AVAILABILITY
Drop in care is defined as occasional and can ONLY be reserved through the School
Office. We cannot guarantee that this service will be available. Please call for
availability.
Extended Care DROP IN FEES (Effective June 1, 2013)
Before School 6:30-8:20 $25.00 ($40.00/2 siblings on same day)
Toddler-PM Care 3:00-6:00 $40.00 ($60.00/2 siblings on same day)
Primary-PM Care 3:00-6:30 $40.00 ($60.00/2 siblings on same day)
Elementary Studios 3:30-6:30 $40.00 ($60.00/2 siblings on same day)
Pines Montessori School is non-discriminating in its admission policies with regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, or national origin.