1. Call Us to Schedule a Tour and Classroom Observation:
Tours are scheduled in accordance with available openings. These tours for individuals or small groups begin at 8:45 AM and run about an hour to an hour and a half. A complete packet of information is distributed at this time. It is very important for parents to view the program while school is in session. This gives prospective parents the opportunity to observe the teacher-student relationship and Montessori approach firsthand. Choosing the right school is an important decision and the tour is an essential part of this process. Space is limited. Please call to schedule a date.
2. Submit an Application:
Applications are accepted all year. There is a $70 non-refundable fee per application and the application is good for the program and school year for which you are applying. The Priority Deadline for Fall 2010 was January 28, although at times we may have openings available in certain programs beyond this date. Please call to find out if we have space in your child’s age group.
3. Teacher Recommendation Form:
This form is required for any child who has had previous school experience. This form must be filled out by your child's teacher and returned directly to us by the teacher within two weeks of the submission of the application.
4. Child Visits:
The final step in the admissions process is an opportunity for your child to visit a classroom and interact with one of our teachers one-on-one or in a small group. This helps us determine if the school is the right fit for your child. It also aids us in class placement. We will contact you to schedule a child visit.
Admissions preference is given in the following order:
- Siblings of current MdTL students, as well as siblings of past students who have completed the full Primary or Elementary cycle.
- Children with previous Montessori experience.
- New applicants
Starting at the Primary level, Montessori classrooms have a mixed-age environment (3-6 year olds, 6-9 year olds, and 9-12 year olds) to allow for both individual and social development. We strive to balance each class by age and gender, meeting Association Montessori International standards.
5. Decision Letters:
Decision letters for 2-4 year olds are mailed to applicants on Thursday, March 4, 2010.
Decision letters for 5-11 year olds are mailed on Thursday, March 18, 2010.
We follow the Bay Area Directors of Admisssions guidelines for these dates.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS: Montessori de Terra Linda admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
