How to Enroll

Step 1. Complete a waitlist application form. If you are not sure about Montessori or simply want to learn more, please call us to schedule an observation and visit with our administrative team. We would be happy to answer your questions.

Step 2. We will reach out to you when a space becomes available.

Step 3. You will observe in a classroom and meet with your child’s potential teacher (or “Lead Guide”) to determine whether our program is a good fit for your family. We ask that you come without your child for this visit so that you can focus on your observation and conversations.

Step 4. We will schedule a time for your child to  visit the program. If enrolled, you will receive all the necessary forms.

Please note that a requirement for entry into our program is a willingness to learn what Montessori is all about. We highly value partnerships with families, as we find that children do best in our program when there is a strong Montessori-home connection.

Requirements for enrollment:

Toddler Program: Children must be 16-20 months old at the time of enrollment and walking independently. Once children are past 20 months old they are moved to our primary program waitlist.

Primary Program: Children must be toilet-independent and at least 3 years of age.

Children with disabilities or special needs are admitted on an individual basis, if determined that our program can adequately meet the child’s needs.
Juneau Montessori School welcomes children of all religious, socioeconomic, racial and cultural backgrounds. Enrollment is on an ongoing yearly basis and priority is given to JMS siblings and staff children.
Juneau Montessori School reserves the right to draw children from the waiting list according to the preferences listed above and as necessary to balance the age and gender ratios of the class.

 

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