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Montessori Children's Schoolhouse

1782 Mayview Road
Bridgeville, PA 15017
Founded in 1991, Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is a community for children 2 to 6 years where children, parents, and guides (teachers) feel connected to one another creating a foundation that allows us to support children as they develop into resilient, focused and empathic adults who are prepared to lead impactful lives.
MCSH's goal has always been to provide a carefully planned, stimulating environment based on the tenants of Dr. Maria Montessori.
Our objective is to help children develop within themselves the fundamental habits, attitudes, skills, and ideas which are essential for a lifetime of creative thinking.
As educators, our role is to: Spark curiosity
Encourage autonomy  Practice mindfulness  Support self-reflection  Exemplify self-compassion  Facilitate personal connection to learning
Provide a brain-based hands-on curriculum that creates an active learning environment 

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1991
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
85 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: Educating Outside the Lines
  • Founded in 1991, Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is a community for children 2 to 6 years where children, parents, and guides (teachers) feel connected to one another creating a foundation that allows us to support children as they develop into resilient, focusedand empathic adults who are prepared to lead impactful lives.
  • MCSH's goal has always been to provide a carefully planned, stimulating environment based on the tenants of Dr. Maria Montessori.
  • Our objective is to help children develop within themselves the fundamental habits, attitudes, skills, and ideas which are essential for a lifetime of creative thinking.
  • As educators, our role is to:
    • Spark curiosity
    • Encourage autonomy
    • Practice mindfulness
    • Support self-reflection
    • Exemplify self-compassion
    • Facilitate personal connection to learning
    • Provide a brain-based hands-on curriculum that creates an active learning environment
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Montessori Children's Schoolhouse often compared to?
Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is often viewed alongside schools like Mount Lebanon Montessori by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Montessori Children's Schoolhouse?
The application deadline for Montessori Children's Schoolhouse is Jan. 15.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 85 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

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