Children's Workshop Montessori is an independent, non-profit, AMI Accredited Montessori school for children 8 weeks through kindergaten.
We serve families from Plymouth-Mpls to Long Lake and Minnetrista to Maple Grove.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MN School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Children's Workshop ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1987
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
96 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition rates differ for 1/2 day, full day, and before/after school care.
% on Financial Aid
5%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$250
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Susan Dyrud MacDonald
Admissions Associate
Amy Vang
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Our mission is to prepare children for life.
- All teachers have college degrees + AMI Primary Diplomas.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Children's Workshop?
The acceptance rate of Children's Workshop is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
Does Children's Workshop offer a summer program?
Yes, Children's Workshop offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.
What is Children's Workshop's ranking?
Children's Workshop ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Children's Workshop?
The application deadline for Children's Workshop is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Bartholomew Elementary School (2.0 miles away)
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