Interested families are invited to join an upcoming tour date when our admissions cycle opens in October. Visit our admissions page to book now. Group tours are for adults only, as possible. Inquires outside of this time are welcome to reach out on our contact us page, by calling 540-949-5020 or emailing office@stauntonmontessori.org.
Upon completion of the admissions application, prospective families are invited for a closer look by observing in our classrooms. These observations offer an overview of how all the pieces of Montessori education work in harmony. After completing a 10 to 20 minutes visit, families are invited to join our Admissions director to answer any questions and get to know each other better. This step is also for adults only.
Student visits take place in late January and Early February for priority enrollment. This is an opportunity for our staff to meet your child, welcome them into the classroom space. On this visit students learn about expectations, activities, meet peers, and can ask any questions. Primary student visits are 20 minutes long, while elementary and adolescent visits are an entire school day.
Admission decisions are made after a review of the student’s application and documentation, staff recommendations, and whether SMS is the right school for the student and the family. We do our best to accommodate all prospective students who wish to join us.
Staunton Montessori School offers limited financial assistance; applications may be requested before February. Please contact the office at 540-949-5020 for additional information.
Please view our 24-25 enrollment calendar and important dates here.
Acceptance letters are offered to new enrollment in late February, with a TADS tuition contract for the upcoming school year. Any families who have been waitlisted, or apply after the initial enrollment dates will be offered available spots on a first-come and case-by-case basis.