Admissions
Thank you for considering Creative Montessori School for your child’s education. For more than 50 years, CMS has provided an authentic Montessori experience for children 18 months through 8th grade, offering a warm, supportive learning environment where each child is known, respected, and encouraged to grow.
We are proud to offer a private school education grounded in Montessori principles — one that supports academic excellence while nurturing independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
We provide an unparalleled private school experience in a warm, supportive environment where children are known, challenged, and encouraged to grow — academically, socially, and emotionally. At CMS, learning is purposeful, engaging, and thoughtfully guided, allowing each child to develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
OUR COMMITMENT TO MONTESSORI & COMMUNITY
Creative Montessori School is accredited by the American Montessori Society (AMS) and is dedicated to providing a fully authentic Montessori environment at every level.
CMS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, or gender in enrollment, staffing, or educational opportunities. We value diversity and believe a strong school community is built through mutual respect, collaboration, and shared responsibility between the child, the school, and the family.
We welcome families who are curious about Montessori education, committed to supporting their child’s growth, and eager to partner with us in fostering a thoughtful, inclusive learning community.
BEGIN WITH A TOUR
We encourage all prospective families to begin the admissions process by scheduling a campus tour. Montessori education is best understood when experienced in person, and a visit allows you to see our classrooms in action, learn more about our programs, and ask questions about whether CMS is the right fit for your child and family.
Tours provide an opportunity to:
- Explore our campus and classrooms
- Observe Montessori learning environments
- Learn about our programs from Toddler through Secondary
- Gain a clearer understanding of the admissions process
APPLICATIONS & ENROLLMENT
Creative Montessori School accepts applications year-round for all program levels, including Toddler, Primary, Elementary, and Secondary. Admission decisions are based on program availability, as openings are first filled by returning students.
Families interested in enrollment are encouraged to apply early, as availability varies by program and year.
If a program is full at the time of application, families may place their child on the waitlist. To join the waitlist, please submit:
- A completed Waitlist Application
- A non-refundable waitlist fee of $75 per child.
Questions or Next Steps?
If you have questions or would like to learn more about admissions, we invite you to connect with us. Call the school at 205-879-3278 or email admissions@cmskids.org.
“The real preparation for education is the study of oneself.” -- Maria Montessori
Schedule a tour
Explore our campus, observe Montessori classrooms in action, and learn more about our school community.
Join the waitlist
Submit an application to be placed on the waitlist for a program that is currently full, should space become available.
Educational Programs
Learn more about our Montessori programs and how we support children’s academic, social, and emotional development.
Why Montessori
Learn more about the Montessori philosophy and how it supports children’s independence, curiosity, and lifelong learning.