Admissions Checklist

• Submit admission application and $95 non-refundable application fee
• Schedule a parent classroom observation (without children) and a meeting with school administrator
• Attend January Open House (optional) - See calendar for date

Admissions Policy, Tuition and Fees

Admissions Policy:  The purpose of the admissions process is to optimize the match between our program and your child and famil.

In our multi-age classrooms we are committed to creating a miniature of the Nashville community at large, with a diverse mix of students. The population of each classroom is balanced by age and gender and application date is a considering factor. Our admissions policies reflect our belief that children, who experience diversity when they are young, grow to accept and cherish variety in others.

Applications are accepted throughout the year. Admission decisions are made in mid – March for enrollment in the fall. We enroll children who are three or four years of age. Five year old children, who have previously attended a Montessori school, will be considered as space permits. Priority is given to siblings and legacies whose applications are on file by January 1 of the enrollment year.

Tuition and Fees   See current year fees by clicking on the link.

Financial Aid for tuition is available.  Application must be submitted to NAIS School and Student Services (SSS)by February 15. Follow this link to apply for financial aid or contact the office for more information.

 

The criteria for acceptance are:

• date of birth (three by September 30 in most cases)
• the child’s readiness for the program including independent toileting skills,
• parent's classroom observation,
• parent’s understanding and committment to the Montessori philosophy and our program.