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AMI membership is a good authenticity signal, but per-teacher credentials and the full fee schedule aren't posted, and the program spans two campuses — confirm which campus, which lead teachers, and current tuition for your child's year. Why this matters →
Snapshot
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Flatiron / SoHo
Flatiron and SoHo are two of Manhattan's most architecturally distinctive districts — the landmark Flatiron Building and Beaux-Arts blocks giving way to SoHo's cast-iron lofts, galleries and shops — busy, central, and exceptionally well connected by subway.
Overview
The Montessori Schools runs two downtown campuses — Flatiron and SoHo — serving children from 18 months through age six. It is an AMI member (Association Montessori Internationale, the stricter of the two main Montessori bodies) and offers a Spanish bilingual option, which distinguishes it among downtown toddler/primary programs.
Programs & ages
Toddler (from 18 months) and 3–6 Primary communities across the two campuses, with a Spanish bilingual track available. Confirm which programs run at which campus for the year you're applying.
Tuition 2026–27
Roughly $44,750 at the Primary level; the full schedule and any sibling/aid policies aren't posted publicly, so confirm directly. Compare with peers on the tuition page.
Leadership & staff
Leadership is published on the school's site, but per-teacher Montessori credentials aren't fully listed. Given the two-campus setup, ask specifically who leads your child's classroom and what AMI/AMS training they hold.
Accreditation & authenticity
AMI membership signals a serious Montessori orientation. Note it's a membership rather than full AMI accreditation — still a positive marker. Our authenticity guide explains the distinction.
What parents say
Independent review volume is limited. The school's appeal rests on authentic AMI-aligned Montessori, a bilingual option, and two convenient downtown locations — weigh a tour of the specific campus heavily.
Heard around town
Signals from public parent forums and listservs. Forum chatter is opinion — take it with a grain of salt.
Admissions
An ISAAGNY member on the standard cohort calendar — inquire and tour in the fall of the year before entry, noting your preferred campus. Plan with our admissions timeline and planner.