Alexandria, LA · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
4209 N Bolton Ave, 71303 · (318) 623-7742
Enrollment
131
Student:teacher
8:1
Published tuition
$6,550–$8,900
Application fee
$50
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K | Primary Tuition Options (10 Months) | $6,350 | early dismissal (8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.) |
| Preschool / Pre-K | Toddler Tuition Options (10 months) | $6,550 | early dismissal (8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.) |
| Elementary | Elementary Tuition Options (10 Months) | $7,050 | full day (8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) |
| Middle school | Middle School Tuition Options (10 Months) | $7,050 | full day (8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) |
Head of school
Joelle Flaherty
Head of School
Joelle Flaherty has been the Head of School at Montessori Educational Center since July 2009. She also serves as a teacher trainer for the Montessori World Educational Institute and is active in the Louisiana Montessori Association.
Curriculum & special classes
Montessori Educational Center provides learning experiences based on the techniques established by Maria Montessori, supporting the natural development of children from toddlerhood to middle school. The curriculum focuses on nurturing the whole child, fostering independence, and instilling a lifelong love of learning in a caring, authentic Montessori environment.
Financial aid
Montessori Educational Center partners with Arete Scholars, ACE Scholarships, and the LA GATOR Scholarship Program to offer need-based financial aid. Eligibility for these programs is based on income guidelines and other specific criteria.
Application fee: $50
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Extended Day options are available until 5:30 p.m. for Toddler, Primary, Elementary, and Middle School programs.
Cost
Toddler Extended Day: $8,900/school year; Primary Extended Day: $8,750/school year; Elementary Extended Day: $8,750/school year; Middle School Extended Day: $8,750/school year. These costs are for the 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. timeframe for the 10-month school year (August to May).
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process is designed to help families confidently join the community, starting with an inquiry, followed by a tour, submitting an application, and then being placed in a waiting pool until an opening becomes available, at which point an enrollment contract is signed.
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Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$50
What they ask for: Inquiry form, school tour, application submission.
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