Montessori Country School vs. The Island School
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School Overview
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Overview
Welcome to Montessori Country School where children, teachers, and parents are all learning together. For over 40 years, we have offered a Montessori education on our beautiful, natural campus on Bainbridge Island.
In mixed age classrooms, each developmental phase is supported in all areas of growth: emotional, intellectual, social, and physical. Our school offers a comprehensive Montessori program serving Parents & Infants, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kindergartners, and a full Elementary program for grades one through six.
At The Island School, we believe learning happens best when a child feels seen not just as a student, but as a whole person with a name, a story, and a spark all their own. We offer Outdoor Preschool for ages 3 through 5 years old, and Kindergarten through Fifth grade. A Island School Education stands out for: Multidisciplinary Instruction
Specialist Subjects in Art, Music, Spanish, Library & PE (for K5)
Intentional & Transparent Technology Use Creating Belonging for Students and their Families
Grades Offered
PK-6
PK-5
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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No
Year Founded
1972
1977
Students Body
Total Students
135 students
87 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
10%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
49
13
Kindergarten Students
21
13
Grade 1 Students
8
11
Grade 2 Students
10
10
Grade 3 Students
2
16
Grade 4 Students
6
14
Grade 5 Students
-
10
Grade 6 Students
5
-
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
6 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
25%
74%
Average Class Size
20
12
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Apr. 1 / rolling
Jan. 29 / rolling
Tuition Cost
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$22,455
Tuition Notes
$1,840 to $17,440
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% on Financial Aid
20%
42%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$13,000
Acceptance Rate
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45%
Admissions Director
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Capri Arias