ADMISSIONS
SCHEDULE A TOUROAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL IS NOW ENROLLING!
We invite you to see if an Oak Grove Montessori education would be a good fit for your child. Our admissions process is as follows:
Inquire:
Fill out an online inquiry form.
Parent Visit:
We’ll be back in touch with you within two business days to schedule a parent visit, which will last about an hour, and will include a discussion with Oak Grove Administrators and a brief classroom observation.
Complete an Application:
An application will be provided to you at the parent visit. The application and non-refundable $100 application fee is due in order to proceed with the admission process.
Math and Reading Assessment:
Your child will visit Oak Grove to take a brief math and reading assessment with a member of our Learning Support Team.
Records Release:
We’ll request some basic information from your child’s current school (if applicable).
Child Visit:
Your child will spend a day (or portion of the day, depending on age and availability) in the Oak Grove classroom they would like to join.
Acceptance:
Once steps 1-6 are complete, a timely decision will be made regarding your child’s placement. A signed contract and a deposit equal to one month’s tuition is required in order to hold your child’s enrollment at Oak Grove.
Enrollment Paperwork:
A link to complete enrollment paperwork online will be sent via email.
Our goal is to enroll students who will benefit from a Montessori education. In the classrooms there is a broad cross-section of children representing different socio-economic, religious, cultural, racial and ability groups. Age is only one factor for admission to each level. Developmental readiness is also considered, and all applicants are considered in terms of space availability and classroom dynamics. Applicants to the Children’s House are accepted on a first-come, first served basis. However, the school strives to balance the classes in terms of gender and age. In such an environment, we see children completing work cycles, exercising grace and courtesy and showing a joy of learning.
The school and parents are viewed as partners in the educational care of children, with shared values and educational goals. Prospective parents are invited to schedule an observation in the classroom by calling the school office. Parents who are unfamiliar with Montessori education are strongly encouraged to observe the classroom and meet with the Head of School for an orientation into Montessori methods and education.
Additional Admissions Information
Oak Grove enrolls children from 2 years, 9 months through 11 years of age.
Special consideration is given to applicants with siblings currently enrolled in Oak Grove, to students with prior Montessori experience, and to staff children.
Oak Grove abides by the Americans with Disabilities Act and other related state and federal laws. A child with disabilities will be considered for admission, unless accommodation would result in an undue burden.
Returning students who are current with tuition payments are given a priority until April 15 of the school year preceding fall admission.
Siblings, former Oak Grove families, staff children and children from other Montessori schools are given priority over new students until April 15 of the school year preceding fall admission.
The number of children that can be accommodated depends on Montessori guidelines and state regulations. When space is unavailable at the time of application, children may be placed on a waiting list at the parents’ request.
TUITION FOR 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR
Children's House (full day program)
Ages 2.9 – 5 years
Monday thru Friday Annual : $ 13,516
Monthly* : $ 1,351.60
Children’s House (morning only)
Ages 2.9 – 5 years
Monday thru Friday A.MAnnual : $ 9,408
Monthly* : $ 940.80
Upper and Lower Elementary
6-9 Class & 9-12 Class
Annual : $ 13,516
Monthly* : $ 1,351.60
* Monthly Payment Schedule is a 10 month period from July thru April
FINANCIAL AID
Financial Aid is available. Aid is awarded on the basis of need, and all are welcome to fill out an application form, which will be considered by the financial aid committee. Financial aid forms are due by April 14th. Financial Aid applications can be done online by clicking on the FAST button.
