Recruitment and Adminssions for Pre-School Students Only
San Tan Montessori’s primary goal in the recruitment and admissions process is to help each family find the perfect match between its values and goals, what will work best for the individual child, and the school. San Tan Montessori will encourage families to consider many factors prior to enrollment, including whether or not they believe their child will be successful in our Montessori program and whether their values and goals for their children’s education match those of the school.
San Tan Montessori does not discriminate in matters of admission or enrollment on the basis of race, religion, or ethnic background. San Tan Montessori consciously teaches children to accept, respect, and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the global community.
San Tan Montessori’s Admissions Requirements
- Completed Student Application
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- Completed Enrollment Agreement
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- Payment of the $500 Significant Learning Extension Fund.
- Completed emergency card
- Copy of immunization records
- Copy of birth certificate
Interview
After the application is completed the prospective family will have an interview with the administration team. Whenever possible, we strongly suggest both parents attend the interview.
» Parent Interview Questions
Acceptance
The most important factor to qualify an applicant for acceptance is the match between the family's educational goals for the child and the Montessori philosophy. Qualified applicants are then selected for available spaces with a focus on maintaining a balance of genders and ages in each classroom. When a position is offered to your child, you must secure the position with a $150 nonrefundable activity fee within three business days or forfeit the position.
Waiting List
If a space is not available, qualified applicants will be placed on the waiting list. You will be notified by phone when a space becomes available. When a position is offered to your child, you must secure the position with a $50 nonrefundable application fee within three business days or forfeit the position.
Placement
True to the Montessori philosophy, classes are filled with an emphasis on balancing gender and ages. It is the policy of San Tan Montessori School not to accept parent requests for specific classroom placements. Placement will be determined by the administration team. Elementary Students are placed into a Lottery System.