Amber Staff transparency
The school posts its tuition openly and its “Our Teachers” page names the head of school with full credentials (including a Montessori credential earned through West Side Montessori’s teacher-education program) and an operations director — but as of September 7, 2026 only one classroom teacher is named (bachelor’s degree; graduate study in progress; no Montessori credential stated), for a programme permitted for 71 children. Under our published standard that is partial disclosure. Ask who leads your child’s classroom and what Montessori training they hold. Why this matters →
Snapshot
See the school
Bedford-Stuyvesant
Bed-Stuy is one of Brooklyn's great brownstone neighborhoods — landmarked blocks of ornate row houses and historic churches, deep community roots, and a strong sense of place — served by the A/C and G.
Overview
Stuyvesant Heights Montessori is a Black-owned, independent AMS-member school in Bedford-Stuyvesant serving children ages 2 to 6, with a French dual-language program. Two things make it stand out: real transparency about staff and pricing, and tuition well below the NYC norm — a rare combination for authentic-style Montessori.
Programs & ages
Toddler and 3–6 Primary Montessori with French woven through the day. A small, community-rooted setting typical of an owner-led neighborhood school.
Tuition 2026–27
The comparable figure — five full days — is $21,599 for 2026–27, among the most accessible independent Montessori tuition in this directory; part-time and extended-day options run from $16,907 to $25,762. Schedules:
| Schedule | 2026–27 |
|---|---|
| 3 days (8am–3pm) | $16,907 |
| 3 days + extended (8am–6pm) | $19,421 |
| 5 days (8am–3pm) | $21,599 |
| 5 days + extended (8am–6pm) | $25,762 |
Accepts NYC ACS/HRA child-care vouchers; FACTS payment plans available. Compare on the tuition page.
Leadership & staff
Leadership is disclosed with credentials; of the teaching staff, one teacher is named on the site as of September 7, 2026. Confirm lead-teacher Montessori certification for your child’s classroom directly.
Accreditation & authenticity
An AMS member offering a French dual-language Montessori. Membership isn't accreditation, but the openness and program are strong signals — see our authenticity guide.
What parents say
Independent review volume is limited; the school's draw is authentic-style, affordable, community-centered Montessori with a language program. Weigh a tour heavily.
Heard around town
Signals from public parent forums and listservs. Forum chatter is opinion — take it with a grain of salt.
Admissions
An independent Brooklyn school — inquire and tour directly. Our admissions timeline and planner help you stay organized.