Montessori School of Columbia
Columbia, South Carolina 29205-3879
How it compares in Columbia
Montessori School of Columbia is one of 10 Montessori schools in Columbia, and one of only 1 with full AMS or AMI accreditation. Parents rate it 4.6★ against a 4.4★ average across the 5 rated schools in the city. Columbia also has 4 public, tuition-free Montessori options.
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Visit & contact
- Address
- 411 S Maple St
Columbia, SC 29205-3879 - Phone
- (803) 783-8838
- [email protected]
- Website
- montessoricolumbia.com ↗
Facts & figures
From government filings and independent surveys — not the school's own marketing.
- Student-teacher ratio
11.1 : 1
150 students · 13.5 full-time-equivalent teachers
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- School day
7.3 hours/day · 180 days/year
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- Classrooms
3 Primary · 2 Lower Elementary · 1 Elementary · 1 Secondary
10 lead teachers · 3 assistants
- Founded
1983
Programs, tuition & schedule
Quoted from montessoricolumbia.com."The task of educators is immense because human progress and world peace are in their hands"
Accreditation & affiliations
- AMS (American Montessori Society) · accredited (dual-accredited)
- SAIS (Southern Association of Independent Schools) · accredited
- SAS (Southern Association of Schools) · accredited
- Green Steps School · designated
Source: school's homepage ↗
Programs offered
- Primary — Ages 3-6 (Grades 3-5K)
- Lower Elementary — Ages 6-9 (Grades 1-3)
- Upper Elementary — Ages 9-12 (Grades 4-6)
- Aftercare
Source: school's homepage ↗
Tuition
2026-2027 tuition and fees available via downloadable Google Drive PDF
Source: school's homepage ↗
Schedule
Extended-day / aftercare available.
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How to apply
Quoted from montessoricolumbia.com.- Request a tour
- Submit application form (PDF)
Deadlines: Application deadline for 2025-2026: December 2, 2024
Source: school's homepage ↗
About Montessori School of Columbia
Montessori School of Columbia is a Montessori school (private) in Columbia, South Carolina serving ages 3 - 13 years — AMS Accredited. The task of educators is immense because human progress and world peace are in their hands
Where is Montessori School of Columbia located? ⌃
411 S Maple St, Columbia, SC 29205-3879
What is the phone number for Montessori School of Columbia? ⌃
Montessori School of Columbia can be reached at (803) 783-8838.
Is Montessori School of Columbia accredited? ⌃
Montessori School of Columbia lists the following accreditations or affiliations on its website: AMS (American Montessori Society) (accredited (dual-accredited)), SAIS (Southern Association of Independent Schools) (accredited), SAS (Southern Association of Schools) (accredited), Green Steps School (designated).
How much is tuition at Montessori School of Columbia? ⌃
Per Montessori School of Columbia's own website: 2026-2027 tuition and fees available via downloadable Google Drive PDF
How do you apply to Montessori School of Columbia? ⌃
Montessori School of Columbia's admissions process: Request a tour; Submit application form (PDF).
What ages does Montessori School of Columbia serve? ⌃
Montessori School of Columbia serves children aged 3 - 13 years.
What is the website for Montessori School of Columbia? ⌃
The official website is montessoricolumbia.com.