Learning at MSD

MSD at a Glance

Statistics

  • Approximate enrollment: 60
  • Average class size: 15-25
  • Teachers per class: 2-3
  • Student-teacher ratio: 8:1

Ages/Grades

Toddlers, 16 months – 32 months
Preschool & Kindergarten, 33 months – 6 years
Elementary, grades 1 – 6

Founded

1981. MSD has provided exceptional education for over 35 years.

Financial Aid

Need-based financial aid is offered to Elementary applicants.

Programs Offered

Program Hours
Before Care 7:30-8:30
Toddler Community 8:30-3:30
Children’s House 8:30-3:30
Elementary 8:30-3:30
After Care 3:30-5:30

Daily Offerings and Special Programs

  • Healthy snacks provided
  • Daily outdoor playtime in our private, updated playgrounds
  • Environmental education
  • Drop-in care, before and after school
  • Field trips and outings
  • School-wide events with families: Fall Fest, Winter Program, Spring Folk Dance, Spring Program & Graduation

Transportation

For students five years and older, public school busing is available as a transportation option.

Accreditation and Affiliations

  • Licensed by Minnesota Department of Human Resources.
  • Member school of National Association of Independent Schools
  • Member school of American Montessori Society
  • Member school of Educational Records Bureau
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.