Joining Our Community
Now enrolling for Summer & Fall 2025
A Montessori Invitation
Applications Due by May 15th
At Moss Heart Montessori, we welcome new children with care and intention, ensuring a smooth transition into our peaceful environment. We have space to enroll two children per month, with only 2–3 enrollment cycles remaining for the 2025-26 school year.
If you are considering a Montessori experience for your child, we encourage you to reach out soon. Once our spaces are filled, we will begin a waitlist to maintain the balance and flow of our community.
We look forward to connecting with you!
Tuition + Fees
Schedule
Moss & Heart Montessori is a year-round program, following PPS schedule during the academic year. During the summer months, Federal holidays are observed and school is off for the week of July 4th.
Full Day: 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM
Half-day: 8:15 AM to 12:00 PM
| Program Fees | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Application | none | Due by May 15th |
| Enrollment | $150 | One time payment |
| Materials | $350 | Due at the beginning of the school year |
| Deposit: Last Month's Tuition | Based on Enrollment Schedule | This deposit secures your child’s spot and applies to their final month’s tuition with 90 days' notice of withdrawal. |
| Monthly Tuition | Based on Enrollment Schedule | Billed the first business day of each month |
Toddler Community
1 + 2 Years
| Enrollment Schedule | Days | Times | Monthly Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day, 5 Days | Monday-Friday | 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM | $2,599 |
| Full Day, 4 Days | Monday-Thursday | 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM | $2,335 |
| Full Day, 3 Days | Tuesday-Thursday | 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM | $1,969 |
| Mornings, 4 Days | Monday-Friday | 8:15 AM - 12:15 PM | $1,294 |
| Mornings, 3 Days | Monday-Thursday | 8:15 AM - 12:15 PM | $1,074 |
Children’s House
3-6 Years
| Enrollment Schedule | Days | Times | Monthly Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day, 4 Days | Monday-Thursday | 8:15 AM - 4:45 PM | $1,575 |
| Mornings, 4 Days | Monday-Thursday | 8:15 AM - 12:15 PM | $1,145 |
Children aged 1–3 years are welcome to apply for enrollment in our program. However, Children’s House tuition rates will only apply once a child reaches 3 years of age and demonstrates independent toileting skills without direct adult supervision. This includes the ability to independently manage clothing, such as pants and underwear, and to perform self-wiping. Until these milestones are achieved, Toddler Community tuition rates, as outlined in the previous table, will apply.
Annual Tuition Adjustment
Tuition at Moss & Heart Montessori increases by 5% annually, with adjustments taking effect each July. This annual adjustment allows us to maintain a high-quality Montessori environment, and support our dedicated staff.
Qualified teachers are essential to society.
We acknowledge that our tuition is higher than similar programs in our area. We believe that for our teaching team to be fully present, patient, and connected to each child throughout the day, our own needs must be met. Moss + Heart's tuition ensures that all staff, including Assistants, are paid a family wage, and are able to take time off for illnesses or other needs. Caring for basic needs, doing so with intention, reflection, passion, and constant modeling and teaching, is valuable to our community - and humanity at large. Our structure allows teachers to take time for themselves when needed so they can show up ready and fully prepared to teach.
As our school grows and we begin to generate profit, we plan to invest back into the community - by donating to charitable organizations creating opportunities for more children to access Montessori Education and offering greater benefits to staff, such as paid family leave.
Future Expansion
At this time, Moss & Heart welcomes children ages 12 months to 3+ years in our Toddler Community/Children’s House. Our current toddlers can continue their Montessori journey with us through age 6. Looking ahead, we plan to establish a Nido environment (ages 0-12 months) to support growing families in our community, with an opening date yet to be determined.
Enrollment Process
We’re excited to welcome new families into the Moss & Heart Montessori community.
Schedule a Tour to Get Started
We invite interested families to tour our school—tours are typically held on school days at 5 PM.Alternative times can be arranged to better suit your schedule.
After touring, if you feel that Moss & Heart is the right fit for your family, we welcome you to apply.
Apply by May 15th for the 2025–26 School Year
To be considered for enrollment, please complete the application form and email it to mossheartmontessori@gmail.com by May 15th.Understanding Program Participation
Families are considered for program participation with care given to maintaining a balanced age range within the classroom community.If we are unable to offer a spot immediately, your child will be placed on our waitlist for future openings.
Complete the Enrollment Steps
Once your application is accepted, submitting the enrollment fee will initiate the preparation of your child’s paperwork. Next steps include reading and signing the required school forms, and submitting payments for the last month’s tuition and the annual materials fee.Celebrate Your Child’s New Journey
We look forward to celebrating the start of your child’s next adventure as they join a warm, nurturing Montessori environment where curiosity, independence, and joy in learning are at the heart of every day.
