The playground and ball field are open for community use and the gym is available to neighborhood residents for a variety of sports activities for both adults and children. Nevertheless, the cost is beyond the means of some interested families. In keeping with Dr. Montessori s philosophy that all children could profit from exposure to this environment, we have established a financial assistance fund to provide aid to families who otherwise could not afford to offer this educational advantage to their children. Families who have previously received assistance or who were previously enrolled in the school will receive first consideration. Acknowledging that family circumstances change and that the financial resources of our school vary, no family is guaranteed aid indefinitely.
Annual application is required.
Financial aid applications are confidential and reviewed only by members of the Financial Aid Committee. The applicant s financial need, commitment to Montessori education and support of Columbus Montessori s philanthropic mission are factors in our determination. Except for after hour child care costs, financial assistance for children who are enrolling in kindergarten or the elementary program is limited to those children who have both financial and developmental needs. All families are asked to attend periodic parent programs, and support CMEC fundraising efforts. The financial aid application forms are available to interested families at the end of the admissions process.