We welcome applications year-round, but with our intentionally small school community, spots fill up quickly. Our admissions process focuses on understanding each child's readiness for school and potential to thrive in a Montessori environment. For children without prior Montessori experience, we seek those with a natural curiosity, a genuine love of learning, and the ability to work independently. Successful students are collaborative, responsible, and eager to engage in a dynamic, self-directed classroom.
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At Princeton Preparatory Schools, we value a strong partnership with our families. We believe Montessori education is more than a teaching method. It’s a way of life. We look for parents who share our educational philosophy, faith, and are excited about the journey of lifelong learning.
Admissions Process
We are delighted you're considering joining our school family! To begin the admissions process, please follow these steps:
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Schedule a Tour
Start by visiting our website to learn more about the Montessori method and our school. Then, schedule a tour to see our classrooms and community. -
Schedule a Trial Week
After your tour, you’ll be invited to schedule a trial week so your child can experience our program firsthand. This helps ensure our school is the right fit before moving forward with enrollment.
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Enrollment Decision
Following the trial week, we will contact you directly to confirm the application status. If space is not available, you may request to be placed on our waiting list. -
Submit Enrollment Agreement & Fees
To secure your child’s spot, submit the completed Enrollment Agreement along with the $300 materials fee and the $500 new family fee. Returning families do not pay the new family fee. -
Admission Notification
Once all steps are completed and tuition has been paid, we will send your official admission, and your child can begin school.
Important Notes:
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Your child’s class placement will be confirmed once all required forms and documentation are submitted.
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We process applications on a first-come, first-served basis. If a spot is offered but another family completes all forms and payments first, the spot will go to the family with a completed submission.
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Our programs are very popular and often fill quickly. If a program is full when you apply, don’t worry, we’ll contact you as soon as a space becomes available.
Enrollment Criteria
We use the following guidelines to determine class placement for applicants:
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A spot is available immediately.
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All required forms and documentation must be fully completed and submitted to the school.
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Payment must be made in full.
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Children entering the Casa Program must be at least 3 years old by September 1st.
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Children entering the Casa Program must be potty trained; otherwise, they should enroll in the toddler program until potty trained.
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A child’s capacity to show independence and respond to guidance.
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Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. If a spot is offered to one child and another family who toured at the same time submits all forms and payment afterward, the spot will be reserved for the child whose family completed payment first.
If you have any questions about the enrollment process or need application forms, please don’t hesitate to call us. We’re happy to assist you.
Waiting List Information
If spots are not available, you can request to be added to our waiting list for the following semester or year. Priority is given to siblings of currently enrolled students, provided there is an available spot that meets the child's age and gender requirements.
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Spaces are limited for the upcoming school year. To get started, please fill out our tour form and schedule a tour. We look forward to welcoming your family to Princeton Preparatory Schools!
Financial Commitment
Commitment to the three-year developmental cycles of our program is essential. Families should only enroll their children if they are prepared to allow the child to complete the full three-year cycle. While this is ideal, we understand that circumstances may change. To accommodate transient families and other unforeseen situations, students are typically enrolled for the entire academic year, including summer if applicable, unless otherwise specified.
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Families are responsible for adhering to the financial obligations of the school. Once enrollment is confirmed, the school commits to ensuring the child’s place for the entire year. Tuition payments are essential for the operation of the school, including funding salaries, supplies, and capital improvements. As such, tuition payments are non-refundable, and the obligation to pay full tuition cannot be canceled, regardless of student absence, dismissal by the school, or withdrawal by the parents for any reason, at any time during the year.