CMS Admission Process
Steps for Enrollment:
Schedule a tour
New families must schedule a tour to meet the staff and tour the school. Existing or returning families may request an application without repeating the tour.
Submit an application
After a tour, you will be sent a link to our application via the Brightwheel Portal. There is a $25 non-refundable application fee.
Complete Family Interview
The family interview is an opportunity for us to get to know you and your child better. It may consist of Ages and Stages Developmental Questionnaire as well as a Family Questionnaire. We encourage all parents/guardians to complete the questionnaires.
Receive Notification of Admission
Admission decisions for the 2024-25 school year will be emailed by Friday, February 16, 2024 provided that you have completed the admissions process before January 31, 2024. If you complete the admissions process after January 31, 2024 admission decisions will be made on an ongoing basis until programs fill. Priority is given to current families, then alumni families, then based on order of received application.
Submit Enrollment Agreement/Registration
Your child’s space will only be reserved upon receipt of the Enrollment Agreement and non-refundable registration fee. All Enrollment Agreements and fees will be processed via the Brightwheel Portal.
Criteria for Enrollment:
Toddler Program:
must be at least 24 months to attend
may or may not be toilet independent
must be walking and able to feed themselves
Preschool Program:
may be an older two year old or younger three year old
must be toilet independent
may be required to come in for a visit & assessment for placement
Primary Program:
must be three by the start of the school year
must be toilet independent
may be required to come in for a visit
*Covington Montessori School considers each child’s admission and placement individually, regardless of race, religion, color, gender, or national origin. We admit each student on a 6-week provisional basis. At the end of the 6-week period we will discuss your child’s progress with you at our scheduled parent teacher conference.
