Richmond Montessori School

Richmond Montessori School

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
499 N Parham Rd,  Richmond, VA
3.9
4.6
311 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Grainne Murray
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Annual Tuition
$19,995

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
46
Full Time Teachers
23
Part Time Teachers
23

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
65.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
18%
Two or more races
9.2%
Black
4.9%
Hispanic
2.9%
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Athletics Program

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 8 Reviews
2.0
2/13/2024
They are confusing the Montessori method by expecting kids to do certain things by a certain age. Communication is a serious issue among teachers and staff. They are ok if kids stay hungry for days and they do not worry about malnutrition. They guide parents with false feel-good and what is against common sense. Not all teachers are nice and some are overwhelmed.
1.0 Parent
3/2/2023
Sadly not for us. Teachers here are known to be violent with students under the guise of disciplining them. One teacher was fired but it took decades to kick her out. If only they would do the same with a few more who are cut from the same cloth.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 22 Reviews
5.0 parent
7/20/2022
Excellent school that truly "walks the walk" on Montessori principles. My daughters have been supported and able to own their education, yet continuously challenged to push themselves and grow at their own pace. They love going to school every day!
5.0 parent
12/17/2019
The Montessori approach is unique among independent school options. We did a lot of research when choosing a school for our kids and like the Montessori philosophy. Montessori education builds independent, curious, life-long learners who respect their fellow students/teachers and their learning envi...
5.0 parent
12/16/2019
Both of my kids attend RMS and it has been a wonderful experience for both of them - and for me to watch them learn and grow!
5.0 parent
1/4/2019
Great school that helps kids think independently, do for themselves and be positive contributors to the community.

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Richmond Montessori School is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 499 N Parham Rd in Richmond, in the Tuckahoe neighborhood. Annual tuition is $19,995. The school has a total enrollment of 311 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Richmond Montessori School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A-. The average home value in this area is $444,421. Discover additional schools in the area, like Grove Christian School, Collegiate School, St Christopher's School, and more. Learn more about what Richmond has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Richmond Montessori School.

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