Our mission is to nurture the whole child, physically, intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually, preparing students for academic excellence, lifelong learning and responsible, caring lives. Montessori based curriculum teaches children to think and discover for themselves.
Our school is designed to help each student develop his/her unique talents and possibilities.
Learning the right answers will get them through school. Learning how to learn will get them through life! The basis of our approach is the simple observation that children learn most effectively through direct experience and discovery.
We promote active learning using a hands-on approach. By following a well-established curricular framework which includes specific expectations for academic achievement at each level, the student is guided to meet his/her challenges with set goals, resulting in a sense of accomplishment and recognition. Students develop best when a strong sense of independence, self-confidence, and imagination are cultivated, but MSA also emphasizes that the education our learners receive comes with a responsibility to help others within their immediate and extended communities.
The possibility of changing the world for the better lies within all of us, and service needs to be an accepted part of our lives if we are to achieve this goal.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
186 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Will Nickles
Admissions Associate
Melissa Buchanan
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Math Team, Mock Trial Team, Model UN, National Honor Society, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Music/Drama/Theater, Orchestra, Suzuki Violin
Math Team, Mock Trial Team, Model UN, National Honor Society, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Music/Drama/Theater, Orchestra, Suzuki Violin
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Montessori School Of Anderson?
The acceptance rate of Montessori School Of Anderson is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 89%.
What sports does Montessori School Of Anderson offer?
Montessori School Of Anderson offers 7 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Anderson?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of Anderson is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 5/6/2018
My child is in the second grade and has been at MSA since she was an infant. She has been so well loved by this Montessori community. We appreciate their strong academics, but we primarily are interested in her character education which is where MSA really excels. We look forward to a long future partnering with MSA to education our little one. We are both public school teachers, so paying private school tuition takes a great deal of commitment on our parts, but MSA allows us to feel confident in that decision that we are making an investment in her future.
5 8/20/2012
This is a wonderful school where my child recieves a great education as well as a environment that provides safety and eases my concerns about her wellbeing during my absence. She has been a student here for 3 years and loves it here.
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