Montessori school serving toddlers-3rd grade with specialized learning difference support, small classes, enriched curriculum
Montessori Day School, founded in 1979, specializes in serving children with a wide range of abilities, including those with learning differences and ADD/ADHD support needs. The school uses an enriched Montessori curriculum designed to meet individual learning styles and paces, making it well-suited for students who thrive in self-directed, hands-on learning environments. With small class sizes averaging 15 students and a faculty of whom 90% hold advanced degrees, each child receives personalized attention within a carefully prepared classroom setting.
The school evaluates each student's needs on a case-by-case basis and offers dedicated learning difference programs alongside typical peers. The Montessori approach emphasizes independence, problem-solving, and intrinsic motivation—benefits that many families find especially valuable for children with learning differences. The school also offers music, Spanish, arts programs, and physical education to support well-rounded development.
Montessori Day School serves toddlers through third grade in Chapel Hill, NC. Tuition ranges from $10,475 for toddler and preschool programs to $12,250 for elementary, with limited 3-day options available. The school accepts students rolling through March 1 and maintains accreditation with the American Montessori Society.
At a Glance
TypeMontessori School
GradesPrekindergarten-3
Students60
Class Size15:1 ratio
Fin. Aid1% receive aid
Est.1979
DeadlineMar. 1 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
American Montessori Society (AMS)
School Information
| School Type | Montessori School |
| Year Founded | 1979 |
| Tuition Notes | *Toddler 5 day: $10475 *Preschool 5 day: $10475 Kindergarten: $12150 Elementary: $12250 *Limited number of 3 day programs available. |
| Total Students | 60 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 9 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 90 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-3 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Heather Epes |
| Admission Deadline | Mar. 1 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 97 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 1 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,400 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 3 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Learning Programs Supported
Case by case consideration of needs
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Classroom Cooks · Arts and Music Programs: · Listening to Preschool Readers · Music Program · Spanish Lessons · Recreational Athletic Programs: · P.E. |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | American Montessori Society (AMS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | mdsch.org |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $195 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |