Programs & Tuition - Preschool, Pre-K & Kindergarten

Now Enrolling for the 2024-25 school year.

Programs and Tuition

All programs are from 9:00-12:00. Arletta Montessori does not offer before or after school childcare services.

“Highly recommended! This is more than a school. They treat you like family! Our two sons, age 4 & 5, have been under their academic care since they were 2 years old. We have always felt love and attention from Ms Cheryl and staff as well as a consistent behavioral and intellectual increase from both of our boys, each day, in every category! In fact our oldest, who still attends this wonderful school as a supplement to his Elementary School, has impressed his new teachers with the knowledge that he came equipt with. I am a Proud Momma and a thankful one, to all of the staff at Arletta Montessori for helping to foster a love for independent learning in two very different boys!!!”

— Javani Steward

Testimonials

Arletta Montessori offers a variety of programs to best suit your child’s needs.

We are so excited to introduce our new music program! In January we will begin our study of the magic of music. Learn more about the program.

Prices are effective for the 2024-25 school year.

3-Day Preschool (3-4 years old)
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$550/month for ten months (September – June)

*All children must be 3 years of age by August 31, 2024 to be enrolled.

*All children must be completely independent in the bathroom to be enrolled

5-Day Preschool/Pre-K (3-5 years old)
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$650/month for ten months (September – June)

*All children must be 3 years of age by August 31, 2024 to be enrolled.

*All children must be completely independent in the bathroom to be enrolled

Transitional Kindergarten

TK is a stepping stone between preschool/pre-k, and Kindergarten. TK is often referred to as the first year of a two-year Kindergarten experience.

Why Transitional Kindergarten?

The reasons vary and are dependent on the individual child. Some children miss the mandatory birthdate requirement to attend Kindergarten. The recent pandemic contributed to some children not having the opportunity to attend a high-quality preschool/pre-k program. Some children would benefit with more socialization prior to entering Kindergarten.

At Arletta Montessori we are committed to helping you and your child prepare for any full day Kindergarten program.

3-day Transitional Kindergarten
Tuesday-Thursday 9:00-12:00
September -June $550.00/month for 10 months.

5-day Transitional Kindergarten

Monday-Friday 9:00-12:00

September-June $650.00/month for 10 months.

Scholarships are available.

*Your child must be 5 years of age by August 31, 2024 to be enrolled in kindergarten in the state of Washington.

There is a one time $175.00 non-refundable registration fee per family to secure your child’s place.

There is a one time non-refundable yearly supply fee of $225.00.

Contact Us for more information

Send us an email to learn more about our programs or to request enrollment:

info@arlettamontessori.com

Latest News

Food & Pet Donations

We continue to collect nonperishable food items and pet supplies for the Little Yellow Pantries in our area. All donations can be made at Arletta Montessori. We are also able arrange pick up if that is more convenient for you. The need is great.…

March

What we're learning

Happy Birthday Day Dr. Seuss. Wacky Wednesday and Pajama Day have arrived! This month we are on safari in Africa. Who is the Massai tribe? Our areas of study will be the lions and camels that live in Africa. On our science shelves we have…

Valentine’s Day

News

The children created beautiful handmade Valentine Day cards and delivered them to the senior center for their special Valentine's Day lunch. Thank you,Mr. Jack for our violin concert. The musical journey you took us on was magical.

February

What we're learning

We have extended our study of the Arctica and the continent of Antarctica. There is so much to learn. Do animals leave tracks behind them? Let's identify them. We are learning all about what it means to eat healthy foods using My Plate as our…

Thank you, for helping children, families, and their beloved pets. All donations may be dropped off at the school. If you have any questions, please call the school at 253-777-2035. Arletta Montessori is proud to be partnering with…

December

What we're learning

We would like to wish our friends, families, and community a peaceful holiday season. This month we will learn about Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanza. Our study of the United States begins this month. Please join us in donating to food items…

November – Happy Thanksgiving

What we're learning

What does it mean to be thankful? What are you thankful for? Our areas of study this month will be the continent of North America, leaves, the rainforest, and the turkey. We are making pumpkin pie too Thank you, Gig Harbor Fire and Rescue,…

October – Welcome Mr. Bones!

What we're learning

This month we are learning all about our skeletal system. Do you know how many bones make up the skeletal system We will begin our introduction to the seven continents. On our science shelves we will learn all about trees and pumpkins.

May & June 2023

What we're learning

For the next two months we will be studying insects, the Solar System, rainbows, color mixing and the continent of Asia. We will learn all about the magic of metamorphosis. The caterpillars have arrived! Once the chrysalis has formed, we…

Have an amazing summer!

News

We would like to thank our families, friends, and community for an amazing school year. We wish everyone a wonderful summer filled with adventures.

Gardening

News

The garden is planted. Strawberries, two varieties of tomatoes, three kinds of squash and four varieties of pumpkins are growing nicely. The resident bunny really likes the berries.

Now Enrolling for Fall!

News

We are now enrolling for the upcoming school year. Call today to schedule your private visit. 253-777-2035. We look forward to meeting you.

March 2023

What we're learning

Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss! Wacky Wednesday and pajama day are on the calendar. This month we are on safari in Kenya, Africa. Our areas of study will be lions, elephants and the camels of Egypt. We are also learning about rainforests. Garden…

February 2023

What we're learning

This month we will continue our study of the continent of Antarctica and add the Arctic to our travels. Do people live in the Arctic? Our study of polar bears and penguins continues. We are having such a good time visiting mom Crystal and her…

What’s New In February 2023

News

Visits for the upcoming 2023-24 school year have begun. Call 253-777-2035, to schedule yours. Space is limited.

January 2023

What we're learning

Pack your warm coat and boots. We are off to the continent of Antarctica. We will learn all about polar bears and penguins. What does it mean to hibernate, migrate or adapt? Do animals leave tracks behind? Let's find out!

Enrollment is now open

News

Enrollment for the upcoming school year is now open. Call or email Arletta Montessori to schedule your private visit.

December 2022

What we're learning

We would like to wish our families, friends and community a peaceful and happy holiday season. This month on our cultural shelves we will learn about Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanza. We will continue our study of leaves and trees.

Happy Holidays

General, News

We would like to wish our families, friends and community a peaceful and happy holiday.

Immediate Openings!

General, News

Immediate openings for the current school year! We have spots available in our current school year! Immediate openings for the remainder of the 2022-23 school year. Call 253-777-2035 to learn more.

November 2022

General, What we're learning

What does it mean to be "thankful?" As we gather to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, what are you thankful for? What does it mean to be thankful? This month we will begin our study of the seven continents. On the science…

October 2022

General, What we're learning

Welcome Mr. Bones! Our areas of study this month will be our skeletal system, pumpkins, and what to do in a fire emergency. Thank you, Chief Waters, for visiting us and conducting our fire drill.

Welcome to School!

What we're learning

We are so excited to make new friends and say hello to old ones. Our areas of study this month will be apples, the four seasons, and living and non-living. Our drop in days are September 8 and 9. We will continue to follow all current…

Garden Planning 2022

General, News

We have begun planning our garden. The children will begin construction of the planter boxes in the near future. When asked what they would like to grow. The reply was a resounding, "All of it, strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, everything…

February 2022

General

We are enjoying learning about the Arctic and, Antarctica. We will continue our studies of both these amazing places this month.

Safety Guidelines in 2022

General, News

What's New: We will continue to follow Covid-19 health and safety guidelines.

January 2022

General

Pack your warm coat. We are off to Antarctica! Are Antarctica and the Arctic the same place? Our areas of study will be penguins, polar bears, and animals in winter. Migrate, hibernate or adapt who does what and why?

Holiday Travel

General, News

What's new: If you are traveling for the holiday by train, boat, or plane, please review and follow the Covid-19 health policy prior to returning to school in January. Thank you.

December 2021

General

We would like to wish our families, friends, and community a peaceful holiday season. This month we will learn how different families celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanza. Our practical Life shelves have lots of new fine motor activities.…

November 2021

General

What does it mean to be "thankful?" This month we will begin our journey around the world. Our first stop, the continent of North America. "But I live in Gig Harbor, how can I live in two places." Using Me on the Map we will learn how this…

Pet Supply Donations

Community service projects, News

What's new: This month we are working with non-profits in our area to collect pet supplies. All items will be distributed to families with pets that need a little help. The goal is to keep pets with their children and families. Donations of…

Compassion Kits

Community service projects, News

What's new: we are collecting personal care items to be used in compassion kits to be given to those less fortunate in our area. items needed are toothbrushes, toothpaste, masks, lotion, soap, small packages of tissues, hand sanitizer. Thank…

October 2021

General

Welcome back Mr. Bones! This month we will learn about our skeletal system. How many bones do we have? Do we really need them? On the science shelves, we are studying leaves and bats. Thank you, Chief Waters and Gig Harbor Fire and Rescue…

Health and Safety Precautions

General, News

We will continue to follow current Covid-19, recommendations, guidelines, and mandates to keep all children, families, and staff safe.

September 2021

General

Welcome To School! We are making new friends. Oh, how we have missed this. This month we will learn all about apples, the four seasons, and what does it mean if something is living or non-living? Are you living or non-living? Why? We will…

May 2021

General

This month we are learning about ladybugs, butterflies, and what plants need to grow and thrive. We will also begin designing and planting our garden. We are enjoying making new friends too.

May 2021

General

This month we are learning about ladybugs, butterflies, and what plants need to grow and thrive. We will also begin designing and planting our garden. We are enjoying making new friends too.

Testimonials

“New review for the 2019-20 school year. This year we started a new chapter by sending our 3 year old son to school. We started with 3 days a week and I fretted that may be too much for him as he was JUST potty trained and had only been with me or a nanny prior. But the love and comfort he felt for this school and the teachers was absolutely overwhelming. Loving it so much he cried on non school days to the point of me asking if it would be practical to increase his days. Cheryl not only said, of course! Let’s try it. But she also insisted we try a few days at no charge and see how he does. (So far- great!). She also reminded me that in Oct they start the lunch bunch after school for 45 min and he can attend that as well and since they are Montessori they will just work with us on the correct combination. What I see from not just Cheryl but all the teachers is this constant attention to the child and what their needs are, which is probably why my son loves it so much. He feels safe and loved. I feel so comforted knowing what great, capable hands he is in.

Also, since my daughter now attends Kinder 4 days a week Cheryl was happy to have her back in her program on Fridays as a supplement to the school she is attending. It has been a great way to transition from Pre- K to K for my daughter. Cheryl has even agreed to help my daughter with anything that her Kinder teacher sees her struggle with or may need some extra assistance with. Nice to know you have back up help!“

— Natalie Samuelson

“Arletta Montessori has been a wonderful choice for our family! Our daughter is loving it & having a great time learning in this style. teacher Cheryl, Teacher Judy, Teacher Kristina, & Teacher Umi have all been so amazing & our daughter has begun to not like the weekend because she wants to be in school. We enjoy watching The Magic School Bus with our kids & one of the first days of summer enrichment, our daughter came home & said that Teacher Cheryl ‘is a little like Ms. Frizzle’. That is an extremely high compliment in our house!!

My husband & I were struggling with the decision of just where to enroll our daughter for kindergarten. Her birthday falls on Sept 1st, literally JUST missing the cutoff day. Due to this she had to be tested for early enrollment, which didn’t occur until late July, which is well after ALL of the official acceptance dates for the private/charter/montessori kindergartens in town. We were 100% sure that she would pass the testing, but we were not sure that the school would have space to accept the early students due to the current overcrowding. Sending your first born off to school was not a stressful prospect for us emotionally, but ensuring that she was in the correct environment for HER was so important for us to get right. When I called/emailed all of the other kindergarten options in town to figure out a plan, Teacher Cheryl was, by far,the most attentive, answering all of my questions & even offering insight into the public school system as she used to work for them.

After all was tested & done, we were accepted into the public school system, but chose to stay with Arletta Montessori. We know we made the right choice for our daughter & she is right where she needs to be!”

— Colleen Records

“I cannot say enough good things about Arletta Montessori. My son was here for pre K and Kindergarten. My daughter has been there 2 full years of pre K and now she is in Kindergarten. My son was pretty shy before the program, but with their help, he is turning into a leader. The same goes for my daughter. The education provided helped my son excel when he transferred to public first grade. It was clear the staff knows what it takes to transition to a more traditional learning environment. More importantly, they cared greatly that he excelled in his education and tailored their approach to his learning for him.

Socially, Montessori it’s a wonderful way to get kids to play and learn from each other. Both of my children love(d) their time here. Teacher Cheryl and the rest of the staff truly care for the kids and always put their emotional needs above all else.

My wife and I have love our continuing experience with Arletta Montessori.”

— Ryan Campbell

“Highly recommended! This is more than a school. They treat you like family! Our two sons, age 4 & 5, have been under their academic care since they were 2 years old. We have always felt love and attention from Ms Cheryl and staff as well as a consistent behavioral and intellectual increase from both of our boys, each day, in every category! In fact our oldest, who still attends this wonderful school as a supplement to his Elementary School, has impressed his new teachers with the knowledge that he came equipt with. I am a Proud Momma and a thankful one, to all of the staff at Arletta Montessori for helping to foster a love for independent learning in two very different boys!!!”

— Javani Steward