Admissions & Enrollment Process
Thank you for your interest in Children’s House Montessori! Because we see the school as a partnership with families, admission is based on many factors, which we consider all together to determine whether or not the student, family, and school are a good fit. Admission is therefore not competitive, but rather a reflective and supportive process of collaboration.
If you have any questions, reach out to CHM Director, Michelle Kagarmanov, at 605-791-0466 or by email [email protected].
Our process includes:
If you have any questions, reach out to CHM Director, Michelle Kagarmanov, at 605-791-0466 or by email [email protected].
Our process includes:
- Individual or Group Tour (short presentation, classroom tour, questions) for parents/guardians only. No children present for this part of the process, please.
- Individual Classroom Observation (30 minutes) followed by a meeting with the Director to answer any questions. No children present for this part of the process, please.
- Link to Admissions Application emailed to you.
- Submit application form and Application Fee ($100). Submit records request for previous school info (if applicable).
- Admissions Committee review of applications, possible interview with parents and child.
- Admission Decision - We will inform you of the admission decision and send you the enrollment contract link via email.
- Enrollment Steps: Includes contract, submission of Birth Certificate and Immunization records along with payment of Non-Refundable Tuition Deposit ($300-$400 depending on program) due within one week of Admission acceptance or student spot is forfeited.
Please fill out the Intake Form linked below to Sign Up for a tour.
School Year Programs
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Primary Programs (ages 3-6 years old)
Preschool & Kindergarten 5 Mornings per week Student must be age 3 by Sept 1, 2024 and potty trained Monday - Friday 8:00am - 11:30am 5 Full Days Student must be age 3.5 by Sept 1 (birthday on or before March 1) and potty trained Monday - Friday 8:00am - 2:45 pm Pick up is between 2:45 - 3:00 pm. Kindergarten Student must be age 5 by Sept 1and potty trained Monday - Friday 8:00am - 2:45 pm Pick up is between 2:45 - 3:00 pm. |
Lower Elementary (ages 6-9 years old)
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) Grades 4th-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 Starts Sept 3, 2024 (not available during the first week of school) After School Care Available from 3:00 - 6:00 pm Starts Sept 3, 2024 (not available during the first week of school) |
School Year Calendar 2025-2026
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
Scholarship
Children's House Montessori provides scholarships to families with students attending K-6th grade who meet income guidelines through South Dakota Partners in Education. Please click below to visit the SDPE web site for more information on eligibility and application.
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 3 Morning and 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 3 Morning and 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.
New Payment Policy - 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 5% 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.
New Payment Policy - 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 5% off of their tuition.
Refer a new family to CHM and receive $100 off of your tuition.