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The Montessori House
- licensed capacity
- 83
- open each week
- 5 days
- yearly, posted tuition
- $16,500
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About
About The Montessori House
The Montessori House is a licensed child care center in Tenafly, New Jersey. It is licensed by the state, for up to 83 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and part-time care. It lists yearly tuition from $16,500 to $25,900.
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 83 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 2-1/2 to 6 years (Summer S+Camp ages 2.5 to 7 years) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Beginner Chess, Chess Club, Singing Fun, Science Fun, Musical Theater, Art Club, Fitness Fun, Reading Fun |
| Daily life | Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | 10% discount on lower tuition for two or more children enrolled concurrently |
| Licensed capacity | 83 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Montessori House lists yearly tuition from $16,500 to $25,900. For comparison, full-time preschool care at a child care center in Bergen County has a median price of $310 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2026-27 school year tuition, AM Half-Day Montessori (8:30 to 12:00, M-F) | $16,500 |
| 2026-27 school year tuition, Full-Day Montessori (8:30 to 3:00, M-F) | $25,900 |
| application fee (one time; waived for siblings of currently enrolled students) | $90 |
| Before/After Care hourly rate, pre-paid (2025-26) | $15 an hour |
| Before/After Care hourly rate, post-paid (2025-26) | $18 an hour |
2 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$318
Home daycare$201
Toddler
Center$310
Home daycare$205
Preschool
Center$310
Home daycare$192
School age
Center$142
Home daycare$171
State record
Inspection reports for The Montessori House
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 83 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #02MON0007
Inspections
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
New Jersey publishes its inspection reports on its own site. Read them there.
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FAQ
Questions about The Montessori House
Is The Montessori House licensed?
Yes. New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating.
Does The Montessori House have inspection violations?
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Office of Licensing publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
How many children can The Montessori House care for?
83, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
What are The Montessori House's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Montessori House cost?
Yearly tuition from $16,500 to $25,900, as it lists it.
What is The Montessori House's phone number?
(201) 816-8343.
Where is The Montessori House?
426 Knickerbocker Road, Tenafly, NJ 07670. The nearest other daycare we list is Right at School at Malcolm S Mackay Elementary, 0.3 miles away.