Richmond, VA · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
499 N Parham Rd, 23229 · (804) 741-0040
Enrollment
205
Student:teacher
14:1
Published tuition
$15,030–$28,850
Application fee
$50
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Primary 1 + 2 (8:30am-11:45am) | $15,030 | ages 3-5 |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Toddler (8:30am-11:45am) | $15,525 | 18 months-age 3 |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Primary 1 + 2 with Extended Care (8:30am-3:10pm) | $20,800 | ages 3-5 |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Toddler + Extended Care (8:30am-3:10pm) | $21,295 | 18 months-age 3 |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Primary 3/Kindergarten (8:30am-3:10pm) | $21,505 | — |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Primary 1 + 2 with Extended Day (8:30am-6pm) | $25,285 | ages 3-5 |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Toddler + Extended Day (8:30am-5pm) | $25,335 | 18 months-age 3 |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Primary 3/Kindergarten with Extended Day (8:30am-6pm) | $26,985 | — |
Head of school
Beth Suitor
Head of School
Beth believes that education is the surest path to a better future and has spent over 20 years working in schools. She focuses her leadership on deeply connecting with each individual in the RMS community, curiously collaborating, and together creating bold results under a shared vision.
Curriculum & special classes
Richmond Montessori School is an accredited Montessori school for children ages 18 months through 8th grade. It inspires academic excellence while nurturing each child’s unique potential, fostering independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Financial aid
Richmond Montessori School is committed to making a Montessori education accessible to families from a wide range of economic backgrounds. Financial aid awards are based on demonstrated need as determined by an independent, confidential assessment through Clarity and are partial in nature, available for school-aged children (kindergarten through 8th grade).
Application fee: $50
Before & after school care
Before school
The 'Montessori Enrichment Extended Day' program provides before school care, though specific hours are not listed.
After school
Extended day options are available until 3:10pm, 5pm, or 6pm, known as 'Montessori Enrichment Extended Day'. This program also offers extracurricular activities and summer camps.
Cost
Toddler Extended Care (8:30am-3:10pm) costs $21,295/year; Toddler Extended Day (8:30am-5pm) costs $25,335/year. Primary 1+2 Extended Care (8:30am-3:10pm) costs $20,800/year; Primary 1+2 Extended Day (8:30am-6pm) costs $25,285/year. Primary 3/Kindergarten Extended Day (8:30am-6pm) costs $26,985/year. Elementary Extended Day (8:30am-6pm) costs $26,985/year. Middle School Extended Day (8:10am-6pm) costs $28,850/year. These costs are included in the overall tuition rates for programs that include extended care.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The admissions process involves inquiring, attending an admissions event, submitting an application and required documents (photo, parent release form, teacher/administrative recommendations), and scheduling a readiness visit or assessment. Admission decisions are sent via email starting in February.
Apply by
January 6, 2026 (for the first round of decisions)
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$50
What they ask for: Application, child's photo, Parent Release Form (P3/K-8th grade), Teacher Recommendation Form (1st-8th grade), Administrative Recommendation Form (1st-8th grade), Readiness Visit (Early Childhood) or Readiness Assessment (Elementary/Middle School). Transcripts (1st-8th grade) and teacher/administrative recommendations are required before a Readiness Assessment.
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