FAQs

A basic idea in the Montessori education philosophy is that to develop the physical, intellectual, and spiritual potential to the fullest; the child must have freedom, which is achieved through self-discipline, order, and clearly defined limits. We rely on Dr. Montessori’s insight that the only valid impulse to learning is the child's self-motivation.

To learn more about our Curriculum, please head to our Programs and Curriculum page.

Montessori children are given the trust and respect to make their own choices and judgments; they receive space to explore their interests at their comfortable pace. This leads to children who have great self-awareness, high self-esteem, and a love of learning and challenges. Montessori children grow into confident, capable adults who love to think “outside the box.” Children can do amazing things at a younger age than most people consider. We nurture children’s “inner teachers” and allow them to discover their wonderful abilities.

5 Morning Sessions (8:30-1:00) $855 /month

4 Full Days w/o Additional Care (8:30-3:30) $1023 /month

5 Full Days w/o Additional Care (8:30-3:30) $1,178 /month

Extended Care Options

Morning (7:30-8:30) $136/month

Afternoon (3:30-5:30) $220/month

A 3% to 5% annual tuition increase will apply at the beginning of each school year.

There is a $100 school year supplies fee. There is a $100 summer program fee.

We take new enrollments throughout the year whenever there is available space. We have spots for up to 58 children at any given time.

An email, phone call, or in person tour is the best way to get specific availability information.

In the first week of school, your child will be given a thorough introduction to the classroom environment, their classmates, and many of the activities available to them. During the first week we will send consistent updates on how your child is accommodating in the new environment and anything else of note.

We are a peanut-free facility which is the only major restriction in place. Almond butter, sun butter, etc. are popular alternatives.

To meet state requirements, a packed lunch must contain one serving of each of the following: protein, grain, vegetable, fruit, and dairy.

Mandala provides milk daily for all students. If you wish to provide an alternative 'milk' you may do so.

We are open all year round. Our academic school year runs from September through May, and our Summer Program runs from June through August. We provide the same care options and business hours throughout the year.

We offer a sibling-discount. If you have more than one child enrolled in our school, each additional child will receive a 10% discount off tuition. We also offer a 7% discount to families who pay for the whole 9-month academic year in advance.

No! Mandala offers Spanish Language Introduction as an optional elective for all children at no extra cost. Children do not need to be a part of this elective as our primary focus is our Montessori-based curriculum.