The Montessori Children`s Academy (MCA) is a private Montessori school which is committed to inspiring and motivating children ages 2 to 6 to learn by providing the finest Montessori educational experience.
We respect, nurture, and expand the academic, social, and emotional gifts of each student while preserving the true spirit and purpose of childhood.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
107 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
62%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please call.
Admissions Director
Lori Hnatov
Admissions Associate
Jeanine Christiana
School Notes
Using traditional Montessori methods, The Montessori Children`s
Academy (MCA) provides a developmentally challenging, yet
appropriate, learning environment that engages children`s natural
curiosity and helps them to develop a lifelong love of
learning.
Our programs are enhanced by exposure to foreign language, health, the arts, and environmental education.
Our Kindergarten and Elementary students also enjoy technology and physical education classes, as well as a variety of enrichment experiences both in and out of the classroom.
Opportunities to plan and participate in community outreach and service projects align all of our students with the skills they will need to position themselves as future leaders in our global community.
With campuses in Morristown, Chatham, and Short Hills, MCA offers:
Our programs are enhanced by exposure to foreign language, health, the arts, and environmental education.
Our Kindergarten and Elementary students also enjoy technology and physical education classes, as well as a variety of enrichment experiences both in and out of the classroom.
Opportunities to plan and participate in community outreach and service projects align all of our students with the skills they will need to position themselves as future leaders in our global community.
With campuses in Morristown, Chatham, and Short Hills, MCA offers:
- Full- & Half-Day Preschool Programs,
- Full-Day Kindergarten,
- Before & After School Extended Hours,
- Montessori, My Child, & Me for children 18-30 months with their caregivers,
- MCA Summer Camp, and
- LEAF Approach to Enrichments.
- Our Short Hills campus also is home to our Elementary Program.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Montessori Children's Academy Of Chatham?
The application deadline for The Montessori Children's Academy Of Chatham is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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