1) Schedule a Tour/Admissions Meeting

• To get started, please click here to sign up for a tour and/or schedule a conversation with Nikki Creasman, Director of Admissions. 

• Tours are held on weekday mornings during the school year, allowing prospective families to witness the uninterrupted morning work cycle—a hallmark of Montessori education. Your visit will begin with a brief meeting with Nikki, followed by a comprehensive tour of the school and an opportunity to observe a class in action. Before you leave, you will have another chance to ask Nikki any questions you may have.

  We encourage adults-only visits for the initial tour to ensure a focused experience. If this is not possible, please let us know at nikki@pioneermontessorischool.org. If an in-person meeting isn't feasible, we can arrange a virtual meeting instead.

2) Submit an Application

• If you decide to apply after your tour and meeting, you will receive a link to complete an application online. Paper applications are also available at the school’s Administrative Office. A $50 processing fee is required upon submission.

  Pioneer Montessori School has a rolling admissions policy, accepting applications throughout the year. While most new students start in the fall, open spots are usually identified in March after current families have re-enrolled. If a spot is available, the school will contact you to proceed with the admission process. Otherwise, your application will remain on our waiting list.

3) Student Visit

• For Pre-Primary (toddler) Program applicants, a classroom and home visit will be scheduled with the lead teacher shortly before the student’s first day.

  For Primary or Elementary (ages 3-12) applicants, we will schedule a student visit:

  • Primary (ages 3-6): The visit will be approximately 30 minutes after school, allowing your child to see the classroom and interact with our Primary Lead Guides. The guide will look for developmental readiness indicators such as ease of separation, ability to follow simple directions, effective communication of needs and feelings, and self-control.

  • Elementary (ages 6-12): The process includes an initial after-school visit followed by one or two full-day classroom visits. During these visits, guides will assess the student’s suitability for a Montessori learning environment through observation.

4) Secure Your Child’s Enrollment

If your child is accepted, a non-refundable deposit is required to secure their enrollment.

5) Join the Community!

Stay tuned to your email for information about community-building events and parent education opportunities at Pioneer Montessori School!