Pine Grove's mission is: To provide a harmonious atmosphere conducive to joyful learning a place for children, parents, teachers and administrators alike to thrive.
To guide the spirit of each child while nurturing their inborn curiosity, creativity, intellect and imagination.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 17 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1985
Campus Size
27 acres
Student Body
Total Students
89 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 17 / rolling
% on Financial Aid
2%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,500
School Notes
- School Mascot: None Specified
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maria Montessori, Nobel Peace Prize nominee
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Pine Grove School often compared to?
Pine Grove School is often viewed alongside schools like Winfield Children's House by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Pine Grove School?
Pine Grove School famous alumni include: Maria Montessori, Nobel Peace Prize nominee.
When is the application deadline for Pine Grove School?
The application deadline for Pine Grove School is Jan. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School for 2nd Year+ 3-6 Students & all Seedlings
September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of School for Children who are new to Pine Grove and New to the 3-6 Program (previous seedlings who are moving upstairs)
September 09, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School for MTThF Schedules
June 15, 2027 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School for All other Students - Regardless of Snow Days
June 16, 2027 (Wednesday)
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The nearest high school to Pine Grove School is Spurwink School-cummings (2.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Friends School Of Portland (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
31 Academy St
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-6300
South Berwick, ME 03908
(207) 384-6300
44 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 539 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Stepping Stones Montessori School
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195 Hallowell Rd
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-5550
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-5550
45.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 102 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
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