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Investing in a Montessori education is an investment in your child’s future. With a personalized, child-centered approach, Montessori empowers students to take ownership of their learning journey. Each child’s unique needs, interests, and abilities are nurtured, fostering a deep sense of independence and self-confidence.

By allowing children the freedom to choose their work and follow their curiosity, we cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration—skills that are essential for future leaders. The foundation we build today ensures that your child will not only excel academically but will also be equipped to navigate the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow’s world.

Admissions Process

  • 1

    Schedule a School Tour

    To begin the admissions process, please schedule a tour of our school. We ask that parents visit the school without children, as this provides an opportunity to fully engage with the program and environment. During the tour, you'll have the chance to observe our classrooms, learn more about the Montessori philosophy, and explore our program offerings, mission statement, and core values.

    Schedule

  • 2

    Submit Your Application

    Once you've decided that St. Croix Montessori School is the right fit for your child, please complete the application form below. A $100 non-refundable fee is required at the time of submission to secure your child’s application.

    Application

  • 3

    Commitment to Completion

    St. Croix Montessori School values the continuity of the Montessori experience. For Children’s House, this means completing the kindergarten year, and for Elementary, it includes finishing the 6th grade. This continuity ensures a stable learning environment and is essential to maintaining the integrity of our program.

    We evaluate each application based on the alignment of the family’s educational goals with our school’s mission. We strive for a balanced classroom environment, considering gender and age diversity, as well as families who are committed to the Montessori program.

    We accept families who are committed to completing the entire Montessori program. If a child does not complete the kindergarten or elementary years, younger siblings may not be accepted for enrollment or re-enrollment.

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    Admission Decision

    Acceptance letters are sent out in mid-February. Along with the acceptance, you will receive an Enrollment Contract and instructions to submit a non-refundable $500 tuition deposit. The contract and deposit must be returned within 10 days to secure your child’s place in our program.

    Due to high demand, we may implement a waitlist once spaces are filled. If your child is placed on the waitlist, you will be notified as soon as a spot becomes available.

Tuition

  • 5 Full Days 8:30am-3:30pm

    • $21,945

    4 Full Days 8:30am-3:30pm:

    • $20,457

  • Full Days 8:30am-3:30pm

    • $14,104

    Half Days 8:30am-11:30am

    • $ 10,673

    Half Day Plus 8:30am-1:15pm

    • $12,448

  • Full Days 8:30am-3:30pm

    • $14,104

  • Opening 2026

  • Before School Care 7:30am-8:30am

    • $9.75 / day

    After School Care 3:30pm-4:30pm

    • $9.75 / day

Financial Aid Opportunity

At St. Croix Montessori School, we are committed to making Montessori education accessible to families, regardless of financial circumstances. Our financial aid program supports families with demonstrated financial need and a dedication to the Montessori philosophy, helping more children benefit from our unique learning environment.

We partner with FAST by ISM, a secure, independent agency used by schools nationwide to evaluate financial need. Families must complete an online application through FAST. Students must either be enrolled or have received an enrollment offer to apply.

FAST provides an objective analysis of your financial situation and offers a recommendation for what your family can reasonably contribute toward tuition. Our process ensures fairness and privacy while helping to make a St. Croix Montessori education attainable for more families. Explore financial aid options today and see how we can support your child’s Montessori journey.

  • "We absolutely love St. Croix Montessori School! The location is amazing with a working farm, several acres of land, and in the winter, an ice rink! In addition to excellent academics, the school focuses on his social and emotional development."

    2020

  • "SCMS is a special place. I could go on and on with positive things to say about our experience. The teachers and staff are incredible. They really love the kids and they are really knowledgeable about how to help the children thrive in their development. The facilities are a really neat setting for the kids to get a variety of experiences outside the classroom as well with the various playgrounds, walking paths, as well as animals on the property. I highly, highly recommend SCMS!"

    2022

  • "The school and parent community have been warm and welcoming and we love socializing with the staff and other parents at the numerous activities throughout the year including farm chores, coffee shop, ice cream socials, trunk or treat, spring/fall workday and the annual charity auction."

    2021

  • "Our children have attended St Croix Montessori the last several years, and we couldn't be happier. The staff is absolutely amazing and our kids are thriving there. We love the child-led learning, focus on the whole child (social, physical, emotional, cognitive), and strong sense of community & collaboration. We know our children are maximizing their potential through the self-directed learning with hands-on materials at their own pace with no bounds to what they can learn."

    2021

  • "It is amazing to watch a roomful of children working collaboratively, excitedly, and peacefully in a self-driven way rather than through grades and tests or needing to have a full roomful of students working on the same thing at the same time. Many people may be hesitant to believe that the children would be motivated in this way but you step into the classroom and see it, and it's incredible."

    2021

  • "I can't say enough good things about SCMS. I love the Montessori philosophy and SCMS does it wonderfully. Watching my son find his confidence and love for learning has been nothing short of incredible. He's gained valuable life skills that I don't believe he would have received in a traditional environment."

    2018

  • "St. Croix provided our son with the tools to plan his time, utilize his resources and work constructively within a community. He had a wonderful experience learning in a multi age setting and was well prepared for the next step."

    2018

  • "This is an AMI School where they do not take shortcuts to teach in a true Montessori style complete with all the needed tools and environment. The staff, parents, and students are committed and you can see it every day in the children's faces. We are proud to be part of this amazing community."

    2016