Montessori school in Spartanburg, SC serving children ~ 6 weeks (starting in August 2026) to 6 years old.
Montessori West Christian School is unique: we implement the Montessori method in a Christian environment nurturing independence, character, and a love of learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Yearly Tuition: $970
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Spanish
Year Founded
1992
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please see for tuition information.
Admissions Director
Heather Forrester
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- Montessori West Christian School is located on the west side of Spartanburg, South Carolina.
- We currently have approximately 55 students enrolled.
- We offer a Toddler Program as well as our Primary classrooms that go through Kindergarten.
- The school has been in operation since 1992.
- Montessori West Christian School provides a blend of the Montessori philosophy and Christian teaching, following the tradition of Montessori religious education, in a bilingual environment.
- The owners of Montessori West Christian School, Wayne and Virginia Plylar, established their first Montessori School in 1980 in order to provide a Montessori education for their two preschoolers.
- Montessori West Christian School was built in addition to their first school to accommodate the demand for Montessori education on the west side of Spartanburg.
- Additionally, Wayne Plylar is a custom home builder, therefore, building the schools to be fire and earthquake-resistant in an effort to provide a safe place for children to learn.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Montessori West Christian School cost?
Montessori West Christian School's tuition is approximately $970 for private students.
What sports does Montessori West Christian School offer?
Montessori West Christian School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Montessori West Christian School?
The application deadline for Montessori West Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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