Admissions

How to Apply

Making the right choice for your child’s education is important. We strive to make this process as simple as possible with the understanding that finding the right fit is important. Whether you are looking for quality care for your toddler, a foundation for learning for your preschooler or an individualized learning environment for your Elementary student we encourage you to start with a visit.


1Parent Tour
Call 218.728.4600 to schedule a tour.

Tours allow for potential families to gain an understanding of what goes on in a Montessori classroom. During this time you will have the opportunity to meet with our Head of School to get all of your questions answered.

2Submit an Application
Download an application form and return it to the school with your $50 application fee.

2022-23 Download Application Form Here

2023-24 Download Application Form Here

If applicable, please submit records from current/previous educational institution(s). Fill out a Record Release Form to give permission to your child’s current/previous educational institution(s) to send records to MSD, and submit teacher recommendations.

3Interview
After we receive your application we will contact you to schedule an interview.

  • Child interviews with Guide(s)
  • Family interviews with the Head of School
  • New Elementary students may visit school for a day if in session

4Acceptance
After an interview is completed, families will be notified of an admissions decision. Accepted families need to reply within the allotted time in the offer letter.

A tuition deposit is required to secure enrollment.

5Online Tuition Management
Families create an online account to start tuition payments. MSD offers four tuition payment plans:

  • One payment plan: Due July 1
  • Two payment plan: Due July 1 and January 1
  • Nine payment plan: First payment due prior to enrollment
  • Twelve payment plan: First payment due prior to enrollment

  • An MSD Parent
    " We choose MSD for our family because of its small school house feel and low staff turnover. It is apparent every day that everyone in the building enjoys their job and I know our child is well cared for."
    An MSD Parent
  • The Garramone Family
    "As an educator and a parent, my husband and I are so pleased with the Montessori School of Duluth and its methods and philosophies for teaching. We are truly impressed and delighted to have seen the growth in our four year old daughter. She grew not only in academics but socially and emotionally as well. With the Montessori teaching philosophy and kind, friendly staff our daughter said to me, “ I love my school because everyone is kind and friendly.”  We are excited to send our second daughter to preschool and can not wait to see the growth. Thank you Montessori staff for all you have done for our family."
    The Garramone Family
  • "We have loved our experience at Duluth Montessori. Our son has been at the school for two years and has grown so much both socially and academically. We have noticed an obvious growth in his curiosity of EVERYTHING! He asks questions constantly and never stops exploring the world around him. Of course this is a natural part of growing up, but the staff at Duluth Montessori has nurtured this curiosity and exploration through the their time, energy, and commitment to the Montessori model." - Parent of Children's House Student (age 4)
  • Parent of 26 month old
    My daughter loves the toddler program! She calls it her “work”, and always has plenty of stories to tell after “work”!
    Parent of 26 month old
Montessori School of Duluth is a non-profit, 501(c) 3 organization. We value, welcome and celebrate a diverse population. The school treats all children and applicants for enrollment without unlawful discrimination as to race, creed, color, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation in all employment decisions.