Admissions Process
Thank you for your interest in Children’s House Montessori! Our Admissions Application will open on March 3, 2026 for School Year 2026-2027. We would like to invite prospective parents with children ages 3-5 years old to visit. We will offer a group presentation along with a tour of the classroom.
Group Tours will be offered on the following dates:
Saturday, February 21 from 9-10am
Saturday, March 14 from 9-10am
Saturday, April 25 from 9-10am
If you are interested in attending, please fill out the form linked below:
Group Tours will be offered on the following dates:
Saturday, February 21 from 9-10am
Saturday, March 14 from 9-10am
Saturday, April 25 from 9-10am
If you are interested in attending, please fill out the form linked below:
School Year Programs
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Primary Programs (ages 3-6 years old)
Primary Year 1 - 5 Mornings per week Student must be age 3 and potty trained A student’s first year at primary may either be as a 5 Morning or 5 Full Day student. After their first year, the student must enroll in the full day program. Monday - Friday 8:00am - 11:30am Primary Year 2, 3 or 4 - 5 Full Days Student must be 3 and potty trained *Primary Year 3 – Full Day: This is what is considered Kindergarten in conventional school settings. *Year 4 Optional “Golden Year”: For students who need an extra year at this classroom level. This is a decision that would be decided on with you, the school administration, and your child’s teacher. |
Lower Elementary (ages 6-9 years old)
(includes what is conventionally known as grades 1st-3rd) Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Pick up is between 3-3:15 pm Upper Elementary (ages 9-12 years old) (includes what is conventionally known as grades 4-6th) Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Pick up between 3-3:15 pm Before School Care Available starting at 7:30 am After School Care Available from 3:00 - 6:00 pm |
Scholarships
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Early Childhood Connections - Starting Strong. Through CHM's partnership with Starting Strong, families can apply for a scholarship to help offset the cost of school for children ages 3-5 years old. Visit the Starting Strong web site to learn more.
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South Dakota Partners in Education (SDPE) provides scholarships to families with students attending K-6th grade (ages 6-12) who meet income eligibility guidelines. Please visit the SDPE web site for more information on eligibility and application.
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2026-2027 School Year Calendar
CHM Student Handbook
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Before & After School Care
Available to currently-enrolled students.
Before School Care
Available starting at 7:30am. Billed monthly at a rate of $5 per half hour. Drop in.
Available starting at 7:30am. Billed monthly at a rate of $5 per half hour. Drop in.
After School Care
Available from 3-6 pm.
Monthly Rate 3-6 pm: $350
Monthly Rate 3-4:30pm: $175
Drop-in Daily Rate 3-6 pm: $20
Drop-in Daily Rate 3-4:30 pm: $10
Late Pick Up: $6/use
Available from 3-6 pm.
Monthly Rate 3-6 pm: $350
Monthly Rate 3-4:30pm: $175
Drop-in Daily Rate 3-6 pm: $20
Drop-in Daily Rate 3-4:30 pm: $10
Late Pick Up: $6/use
Payment Policies
Application Fee & Deposit Requirements
Non-refundable application fee of $100 for all programs.
Non-refundable deposit required at time of enrollment. Deposit is $300 for 5 Morning Primary and $400 for full day programs (5 Full Day Primary, Kindergarten, Elementary). A student's spot is not secured until this deposit is paid. This amount goes towards your tuition.
Non-refundable application fee of $100 for all programs.
Non-refundable deposit required at time of enrollment. Deposit is $300 for 5 Morning Primary and $400 for full day programs (5 Full Day Primary, Kindergarten, Elementary). A student's spot is not secured until this deposit is paid. This amount goes towards your tuition.
Enrollment Agreement
I/We wish to enroll our child at Children’s House Montessori School (CHM).
I/We understand that:
1. I/We are our child’s primary educator.
2. I/We are entering into a partnership with CHM and we agree to work closely with our child’s teachers to help our child grow emotionally, socially and academically.
3. I/We will strive to be involved in the school community and support the activities throughout the school year.
4. I/We will know and comply with the school policies and procedures outlined in the Student Handbook.
5. I/We agree that our child’s success at CHM is dependent upon regular attendance and punctuality. We will strive to ensure our child arrives on time, maintains regular attendance and if an absence is necessary, we will notify the school in a timely manner.
6. I/We agree to strive for healthy routines and habits around sleep and nutrition, and fostering developmentally appropriate independence.
7. I/We agree to moderate and limit screen time use for our child based on current research and recommendations for our child's age.
8. I/We are committed to volunteering at least 10 hours per school year by attending school clean up days, helping with special events, organizing social activities for families, or joining the board or a board committee.
9. I/We agree to attend a minimum of one parent education opportunity.
10. I/We agree that our child must be potty trained by the time they start school.
11. I/We are aware of and agree to the following financial responsibilities and commitments to CHM:
a) I/We are to pay the non-refundable application fee to Children’s House Montessori.
b) I/We are to pay the deposit and that deposit will be applied to the tuition.
c) I/We understand that the deposit secures our child’s spot at Children’s House Montessori.
d) I/We understand that we forfeit the deposit if our child does not attend CHM.
e) I/We understand that if we withdraw our child after July 1, we will not receive a refund for any prepaid tuition amounts and we will be responsible for paying the remaining tuition if such a departure occurs.
f) I/We understand that if our account is more than 30 days past due on November 1, we will be asked to withdraw our child from the second part of the school year unless the account can be made current by November 15.
I/We wish to enroll our child at Children’s House Montessori School (CHM).
I/We understand that:
1. I/We are our child’s primary educator.
2. I/We are entering into a partnership with CHM and we agree to work closely with our child’s teachers to help our child grow emotionally, socially and academically.
3. I/We will strive to be involved in the school community and support the activities throughout the school year.
4. I/We will know and comply with the school policies and procedures outlined in the Student Handbook.
5. I/We agree that our child’s success at CHM is dependent upon regular attendance and punctuality. We will strive to ensure our child arrives on time, maintains regular attendance and if an absence is necessary, we will notify the school in a timely manner.
6. I/We agree to strive for healthy routines and habits around sleep and nutrition, and fostering developmentally appropriate independence.
7. I/We agree to moderate and limit screen time use for our child based on current research and recommendations for our child's age.
8. I/We are committed to volunteering at least 10 hours per school year by attending school clean up days, helping with special events, organizing social activities for families, or joining the board or a board committee.
9. I/We agree to attend a minimum of one parent education opportunity.
10. I/We agree that our child must be potty trained by the time they start school.
11. I/We are aware of and agree to the following financial responsibilities and commitments to CHM:
a) I/We are to pay the non-refundable application fee to Children’s House Montessori.
b) I/We are to pay the deposit and that deposit will be applied to the tuition.
c) I/We understand that the deposit secures our child’s spot at Children’s House Montessori.
d) I/We understand that we forfeit the deposit if our child does not attend CHM.
e) I/We understand that if we withdraw our child after July 1, we will not receive a refund for any prepaid tuition amounts and we will be responsible for paying the remaining tuition if such a departure occurs.
f) I/We understand that if our account is more than 30 days past due on November 1, we will be asked to withdraw our child from the second part of the school year unless the account can be made current by November 15.
Payment Terms
Application fee and deposit are non-refundable and due at time of enrollment. This secures your child's spot.
After July 1, families assume responsibility for payment of tuition for the entire school year. No refunds after this time if student withdrawal occurs. If there is a balance owed, families commit to making those payments until the obligation is fulfilled.
Payment Plans Available
All monthly payments will be made on the 1st
1 Payment: July 1
2 Payments: July 1 and Nov 1
10 Monthly Payments: July 1 to April 1
Discounts Available
Receive a 2% Pay in Full Discount when tuition is paid by July 1.
Each sibling after first enrolled child receives 25% off of their tuition.
Refer a new family to CHM and receive $100 off of your tuition.
Application fee and deposit are non-refundable and due at time of enrollment. This secures your child's spot.
After July 1, families assume responsibility for payment of tuition for the entire school year. No refunds after this time if student withdrawal occurs. If there is a balance owed, families commit to making those payments until the obligation is fulfilled.
Payment Plans Available
All monthly payments will be made on the 1st
1 Payment: July 1
2 Payments: July 1 and Nov 1
10 Monthly Payments: July 1 to April 1
Discounts Available
Receive a 2% Pay in Full Discount when tuition is paid by July 1.
Each sibling after first enrolled child receives 25% off of their tuition.
Refer a new family to CHM and receive $100 off of your tuition.