Winfield Children's House offers a acreddited Montessori developmental program of learning for toddler through kindergarten age children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 112 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,000
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1988
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
112 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 16%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
non-commercial
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,000
Tuition Notes
cost varies depending on number of days attending and hours per day.
Admissions Director
Michelle Vogel
Admissions Associate
Peter Flotten
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ProgramOutdoor Education Program
School Notes
- Winfield Children's House is a Montessori school offering infant, toddler, preschool and Kindergarten programs. Located in Falmouth, Maine, Winfield Children's House has served families from Falmouth, Cumberland, Yarmouth, North Yarmouth, Westbrook and Portland for over 25 years.Winfield Children's House offers authentic Montessori education in full-time and part-time schedules throughout the academic school year and during our arts and nature-based summer camp for children ages 6 months to 6 years old. Our programs are accredited by the Montessori School Accreditation Commission, an affiliate of the American Montessori Society. Our accreditation means that our programs meet or exceed the rigorous standards set forth by MSAC and AMS. We are the only accredited Montessori school in Southern Maine.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Winfield Children's House cost?
Winfield Children's House's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What schools are Winfield Children's House often compared to?
Winfield Children's House is often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Winfield Children's House?
The application deadline for Winfield Children's House is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Popular comparisons: Winfield Children's House vs. Pine Grove School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Winfield Children's House is Grace Baptist Church School (3.2 miles away)
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476 Summit St
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 24 students
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(207) 871-1200
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(207) 871-1200
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(207) 846-9051
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476 Summit St
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
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Gr: PK-12 | 24 students
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(207) 558-6312
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(207) 558-6312
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Gr: PK-8 | 138 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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899 Riverside St
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(207) 871-1200
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 871-1200
4.5 miles
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(207) 846-9051
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(207) 846-9051
5.2 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 403 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 39 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(207) 871-1582
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 871-1582
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(207) 797-0257
Portland, ME 04103
(207) 797-0257
3.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 24 students
Pine Grove School
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(207) 781-3441
Falmouth, ME 04105
(207) 781-3441
4.2 miles
Gr: NS-K | 89 students Avg. class size: 20 students
11 U.S. Route One
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(207) 558-6312
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(207) 558-6312
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(207) 846-9051
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