Children’s House
A love of learning.
"I need to see a world outside for myself"
The Children's House is a thoughtfully prepared environment for children ages 3–6, designed to foster independence, curiosity, and a love of learning. Through hands-on materials and self-directed work, children explore language, math, geography, music, science, and the arts.
Our curriculum centers on five key areas: Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural Subjects. Practical Life activities teach care for self and environment, building concentration, coordination, and confidence. Sensorial work refines observation and classification skills, laying the groundwork for abstract thinking.
Children learn at their own pace in a mixed-age community, with younger children learning from older peers and older children developing leadership skills. Math materials make abstract concepts concrete, while cultural subjects integrate art, music, geography, and nature, enriching each child’s experience and understanding of the world.
Ready to Join Our Children’s House Program?
Our Children’s House program is designed for children aged 3 year through Kindergarten. Enrollment begins with a tour of our campus, giving you the opportunity to observe the Montessori philosophy in action. Tours are required for all applicants and are a valuable step in understanding our commitment to excellence in early education.
Following your tour, families are invited to submit an application. Enrollment decisions are made each February, and spaces are very limited. To preserve the integrity of the Montessori experience, all families must commit to the completion of the Kindergarten year as part of their enrollment agreement.
Admissions Process
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Schedule a School Tour
To begin the admissions process, please schedule a tour of our school. We ask that parents visit the school without children, as this provides an opportunity to fully engage with the program and environment. During the tour, you'll have the chance to observe our classrooms, learn more about the Montessori philosophy, and explore our program offerings, mission statement, and core values.
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Submit Your Application
Once you've decided that St. Croix Montessori School is the right fit for your child, please complete the application form below. A $100 non-refundable fee is required at the time of submission to secure your child’s application.
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Admission Decision
We evaluate each application based on the alignment of the family’s educational goals with our school’s mission. We strive for a balanced classroom environment, considering gender and age diversity, as well as families who are committed to the Montessori program.
Due to high demand, we may implement a waitlist once spaces are filled. If your child is placed on the waitlist, you will be notified as soon as a spot becomes available.
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Commitment to Completion
St. Croix Montessori School values the continuity of the Montessori experience. For Children’s House, this means completing the kindergarten year, and for Elementary, it includes finishing the 6th grade. This continuity ensures a stable learning environment and is essential to maintaining the integrity of our program.
We accept families who are committed to completing the entire Montessori program. If a child does not complete the kindergarten or elementary years, younger siblings may not be accepted for enrollment or re-enrollment.
Acceptance letters are sent out in mid-February. Along with the acceptance, you will receive an Enrollment Contract and instructions to submit a non-refundable $500 tuition deposit. The contract and deposit must be returned within 10 days to secure your child’s place in our program.
