Fairbanks Montessori School is a preschool and kindergarten that serves children ages 3-6.
Our mission is to give each child a chance to maximize his or her own potential.
Through self-directed activities in a climate of mutual trust and respect, we provide children with an environment that stimulates social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth.
Our goal is that each child leaves our school with a strong sense of self-worth, an abiding love of learning, a respect for themselves and others, and a healthy independence of action and thought.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked AK School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Fairbanks Montessori Association ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1965
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
92 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 26%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies according to program chosen (i.e. full days, half days, morning, afternoon, before school care, after school care, etc.)
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sarah Robinson
Admissions Associate
Karri VanDeventer
School Notes
- True to the Montessori philosophy, FMS classes are multi-aged and focus on individualized learning at the child's pace. As a result, many children are academically ahead of other children their age when they leave FMS simply because they have been given unique opportunities to discover and learn concepts at a faster pace than theey would learn in a group. We are a fully licensed day care facility through the state of Alaska which allows families eligible for day care assistance to choose FMS as their preferred pre-school. Our licensure also ensures that FMS meets all the state requirements for a licensed facility which means parents can rest assured their children are well taken care of and getting a quality Montessori education. Our goal is to "Make the world a better place, one student at a time!"
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Fairbanks Montessori Association?
The acceptance rate of Fairbanks Montessori Association is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 94%.
What is Fairbanks Montessori Association's ranking?
Fairbanks Montessori Association ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Alaska for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Fairbanks Montessori Association?
The application deadline for Fairbanks Montessori Association is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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