Houston, Texas 77004-5837 4.5 6 reviews →
Montessori Country Day School
- 0.2–6 yrs
- Ages
- Toddler · Primary
- Levels
- 9.2 : 1
- Ratio
- 120 students
- Enrollment
In context
How it compares in Houston
Montessori Country Day School is one of 59 Montessori schools in Houston, and one of 27 with an AMS or AMI affiliation. Parents rate it 4.5★ against a 4.6★ average across the 25 rated schools in the city. Houston also has 6 public, tuition-free Montessori options.
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Facts & figures
From government filings and independent surveys — not the school's own marketing.
- Student-teacher ratio
9.2 : 1
120 students · 13 full-time-equivalent teachers
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- School day
6 hours/day · 187 days/year
U.S. Dept. of Education private school survey, 2021–22
- Age levels
Infant/Toddler
- State license
Licensed child care center
Capacity 171 · licensed since 2026
Texas Health & Human Services, 2026
From the school
Programs, tuition & schedule
"When I founded Montessori Country Day School in 1979, my goal was to have the most beautiful, nurturing, stimulating environment available in Houston for young children, staffed by intelligent, articulate, animated professionals who communicate the love of their work to the children."
Accreditation & affiliations
- Houston Montessori Center (AMS teacher-training affiliate) · School Excellence Award
Source: school's About page ↗
Programs offered
- Infant-Toddler — from 2 months
- Pre-Primary — through 6 years
Source: school's About page ↗
Schedule
Open 7am to 6pm year-round; academic year September 1 - May 31 with summer academics
Extended-day / aftercare available.
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Admissions
How to apply
- Call 713-520-0738 to schedule a personal tour (Tue/Wed/Thu mornings); child over 3 visits classroom
- Submit completed Registration Form with $100 registration fee to join waitlist (infant/toddler waitlist often 6+ months)
- Complete enrollment forms (enrollment info, immunization/health, permission, new student info, illness reporting)
- Pay fees (registration, deposit, tuition, supply fee); teacher schedules transition
Source: school's Admissions page ↗
Good to know
About Montessori Country Day School
Montessori Country Day School is a Montessori school (private) in Houston, Texas serving ages 0.2 - 6 years — AMS Member. When I founded Montessori Country Day School in 1979, my goal was to have the most beautiful, nurturing, stimulating environment available in Houston for young children, staffed by intelligent, articulate, animated professionals who communicate the love of their work to the children.
Where is Montessori Country Day School located? ⌃
5117 La Branch St, Houston, TX 77004-5837
What is the phone number for Montessori Country Day School? ⌃
Montessori Country Day School can be reached at (713) 520-0738.
Is Montessori Country Day School accredited? ⌃
Montessori Country Day School lists the following accreditations or affiliations on its website: Houston Montessori Center (AMS teacher-training affiliate) (School Excellence Award).
How do you apply to Montessori Country Day School? ⌃
Montessori Country Day School's admissions process: Call 713-520-0738 to schedule a personal tour (Tue/Wed/Thu mornings); child over 3 visits classroom; Submit completed Registration Form with $100 registration fee to join waitlist (infant/toddler waitlist often 6+ months); Complete enrollment forms (enrollment info, immunization/health, permission, new student info, illness reporting); Pay fees (registration, deposit, tuition, supply fee); teacher schedules transition.
What are the hours at Montessori Country Day School? ⌃
Montessori Country Day School operates on these hours: Open 7am to 6pm year-round; academic year September 1 - May 31 with summer academics.
What ages does Montessori Country Day School serve? ⌃
Montessori Country Day School serves children aged 0.2 - 6 years.
What is the website for Montessori Country Day School? ⌃
The official website is montessorihouston.com.