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Whole Child Montessori Center Photo #0 - Montessori teacher and preschool students together in the garden at Whole Child Montessori Center in SE Portland

Whole Child Montessori Center

5909 Se 40th Ave
Portland, OR 97202
Since 1983, Whole Child Montessori Center has nurtured a warm and engaging school community for Portland families with little ones aged 3-6 (preschool-kindergarten).
Whole Child offers a rich, interactive Montessori environment that fosters curiosity, joy, a lively intellect, and social harmony.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,770
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1983
Summer School Offered
Yes
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
50 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Whole Child Montessori Center Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: A Whole Education Since 1983
  • School Mascot: None Provided
  • At the heart of the Whole Child Montessori Center community are two beautiful and carefully appointed Montessori classrooms and a lush and enchanting outdoor space that invite children to explore and to exercise their natural desires to learn, discover, and put their hands and bodies to work. Children feel safe and secure in their joyful exploration as they are guided by a highly qualified and dedicated teaching staff. Whole Child honors the importance of the collaborative spirit and is not simply a preschool, but a vibrant community of children, parents and educators.
  • Whole Child is nestled in the Woodstock neighborhood of SE Portland, in a space specifically designed and built to meet the needs of the young child and a small school community. The school draws children and families from all four quadrants of the city with an outstanding reputation for providing a professional, respectful and nurturing environment dedicated to authentic Montessori practice (Association Montessori Internationale accredited).
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Whole Child Montessori Center cost?
Whole Child Montessori Center's tuition is approximately $9,770 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Whole Child Montessori Center?
The application deadline for Whole Child Montessori Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Whole Child Montessori Center located?
Whole Child Montessori Center is located in the Southeast Portland neighborhood of Portland, OR. There are 4 other private schools located in Southeast Portland.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 50 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $9,770
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Portland, OR is $14,485 for elementary schools and $18,847 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Portland, OR is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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