4 Easy Steps to Admission
Our admissions team will lead you through the entire process to answer your questions and provide all the information you need so your family can make an informed decision about whether TMA is the right choice for your child and your family. We understand that choosing the right school is an extremely important decision and we will be here to guide you through the decision-making process.
Schedule a Visit
All of our visits are scheduled online and held during the morning hours so visitors can observe students during their morning work cycle. Parents will have a chance to ask questions and the Tuition and Fee Schedule will be discussed.
Apply Online
After visiting, a link to complete an online application will be sent. Upon submission of the application and non-refundable $75 application fee, the Head of School meeting will be scheduled. For those applying for the Early Childhood and Elementary programs, student shadow days will also be scheduled.
Meet with the Head of School
During the 30-minute meeting, fit and match between the family’s expectations for their child and TMA’s vision is explored. Information about the shadow days (if applicable) and a detailed tuition payment schedule will be discussed.
Complete Online Enrollment
Upon acceptance to TMA, the enrollment process begins with an offer to enroll. Families then complete their Online Enrollment forms and pay the non-refundable $325 Registration Fee. Enrollment is complete after the first tuition payment has been received.
Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of The Montessori Academy to maintain a school environment that is free from discrimination and to conduct its educational practices, admissions program, financial aid policies, hiring, and other school-administrative programs on the basis of an individual’s qualifications and abilities. The Montessori Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (unless it is required as a bona fide occupational qualification), sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Admissions Determination
The following priorities are observed in determining admission:
- Classroom space availability
- Currently enrolled students
- Siblings of currently enrolled students
- Balancing of ages and genders in each classroom
- Transfers from other Montessori schools
- Date of application
- Student evaluation
If classes are full, prospective students will be placed in a wait pool. Returning students will be given priority over new students in the wait pool. The Head of School makes the final decision regarding student enrollment and class placement. Parents will be notified regarding their child’s admission status and class placement.
If you have further questions, please call or text our office at (817) 274-1548 or send us an email.