Northside Montessori School is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, near the historic Meridian Kessler Neighborhood and near Broad Ripple.
In operation since 1986, NMS provides classic Montessori education for pre-school through 6th grade students. The school and staff are dedicated to providing a nurturing and prepared environment that allows for educating the whole child through independence and curiosity.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked IN School
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Northside Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Year Founded
1986
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
46 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Tara Franke
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Guitar Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Crouching Tigers, Jump Bunch
Chess Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Guitar Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Crouching Tigers, Jump Bunch
School Notes
- Our devoted staff has over 85 years of combined experience. They have a passion for the Montessori philosophy and strive to nurture and support all the children, thus allowing them to have a natural love of learning and a never ending curiosity.
- NMS offers a traditional ten-month school curriculum and a summer day camp. The school curriculum consists of practical life, sensorial, math, language, cultural, science, art, music and a foreign language at all levels.
- Summer camp consists of themes chosen by the staff, some academics, reading activities, and a lot of fun! Summer camp is for past students, present students and students enrolled for the next school year.
- Please email or call us, we would love to share more information about our school.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Montessori's ranking?
Northside Montessori ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Indiana for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Northside Montessori?
The application deadline for Northside Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Northside Montessori located?
Northside Montessori is located in the Canterbury Chatard neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other private schools located in Canterbury Chatard.
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Grades: PK-8 | 46 students 3.7 miles 2404 W 62nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(317) 253-3033
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(317) 253-3033
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