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Early Childhood Admission
For programs serving children 18 months to five years old
Welcome to Greenspring Montessori School! Finding the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make for your child and we are here to support you on your journey. Our goal throughout the admissions process is to help provide you and your family with as much information as possible about the Montessori model and Greenspring Montessori School so that you may make an informed decision in selecting the best school for your child and family.
A Note about our Admission Entry Points
Children ages 18 months to 3 years – Toddler Program Admission
Our Toddler program serves children ages 18 months to 3 years. We admit new toddlers at any point during this program.
Children age 3 – Children’s House Program Admission
Our Children’s House program serves children ages 3-6 years old up to and including the kindergarten year.
Children often have a difficult time joining mid-cycle. As such, the recommended entry point for Children’s House is at age 3. We occasionally admit children mid-cycle at age 4. We do not admit children for the Kindergarten year, however we encourage you to learn more about our Lower Elementary Program below.
Elementary and Middle School
For families of children who would be entering first grade through seventh grade, please visit our Elementary and Adolescent Admissions Process page to learn more.
Transfer Students
We consider children transferring from an accredited Montessori School for admission at all ages.
For Enrollment in the 2025-26 school year
Steps for Enrollment in Early Childhood Programs at Greenspring Montessori School
1. Attend an Information Session
Early Childhood Information Sessions
Early Childhood Information Sessions are for families looking to enroll a child into our Toddler or Children’s House Programs. These are live events on our campus located at 10807 Tony Drive, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093. Presentations will run from 9:00-11:00am EST with a tour of campus from 11:00-11:30am EST.
Our next Admissions events will be in fall of 2024. Please contact us to inquire about enrollment. We will let you know when our fall dates are published.
2. Attend an Observation Morning
Our Observation Mornings will be offered through a virtual session on Zoom.
At least one parent or guardian is required to attend an Observation Morning after attending an Information Session in order to be considered for admission. This event allows us to show you what a real morning looks and feels like in our Montessori classrooms. Families must attend an Information Session before attending an Observation Morning.
Our next Admissions events will be in fall of 2024. Please contact us to inquire about enrollment. We will let you know when our fall dates are published.
3. Submit an Application for Admission
After attending an Information Session, you will be sent a link to our application. There is a $75 non-refundable application fee.
4. Parent or Guardian Interview
The parent interview is an opportunity for us to get to know you better and for you to ask more detailed questions about our programs. The interview is conducted virtually via Zoom. We encourage all parents/guardians to be present for the interview.
5. Notification
Admission decisions for the 2025-26 school year will be emailed on Friday, February 21, 2025 provided that you have completed the admissions process before January 31, 2025. If you complete the admissions process after January 31, 2025 admission decisions will be made on an ongoing basis until programs fill.
6. Enrollment Agreement
Your child’s space will only be reserved upon receipt of the Enrollment Agreement and Tuition Deposit. Enrollment Agreements for offers made on Friday, February 21, 2025 must be received by March 7, 2025. Enrollment Agreements for offers made after February 21, 2025 must be received by the date specified in the offer.
Criteria for Eligibility
Toddler Program (Ages 18 months to 3 years)
- Children must be 18 months old at the time of admission into the Young Toddler program and do not have to be toilet independent.
- Children must be 24 months old at the time of admission into the Older Toddler program and do not have to be toilet independent.
- Children must be able to walk independently while carrying an object without adult support and without consistently falling down.
- Children must be able to successfully chew and swallow solid food.
- Children must be able to eat independently until the completion of the meal/snack without assistance from an adult. The use of utensils is not required. Adults in the classroom will assist with opening containers but will not assist with feeding.
- Children must be able to refrain from placing objects in their mouths. While some mouthing of objects is expected, children need to be generally past the stage of consistently putting things in their mouths.
- Children attending our full day program must be able to nap in the classroom in the afternoon. Our nap time is from 12:30-2:30pm. Naps shorter than two hour are acceptable as long as the child can lay quietly on their cot for the remainder of the nap time.
- Children attending our full day program must be able to fall asleep independently at nap time, without rocking or nursing.
Children's House Program (Ages 3-6)
- Children must be at least two years and nine months old to attend the Children’s House program.
- Children must be toilet independent.
- Children may be required to come in for a visit and assessment.
- If a child has previous school experience, copies of school records and a Common Recommendation Form, if applicable, will be required.
Additional Admissions Requirements
- Copies of any educational or psychological testing must be submitted as part of the admissions process.
- Specific trial periods and evaluation procedures may be established as needed.
Children with Learning Differences and Special Needs
Children with physical, mental, or educational differences are considered for admission. Reasonable accommodations will be made within the parameters of the Montessori philosophy and its implementation in the classroom and that the child does not pose a risk to themself or others. A recent diagnostic assessment by a qualified professional which identifies the child’s needs within a learning environment is required. Periodic assessment may also be required during the school year and prior to re-enrollment. An educational assessment made during this time will determine the child’s progress and whether our environment supports the developmental needs of the child.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Greenspring Montessori School does not discriminate in its hiring, admissions practices, or any other form of access on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, sex, or disability.
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