Application Process
We are selective when it comes to admitting students because the groups are small and we need to ensure that the appropriate atmosphere of learning and respect is maintained at all times. Only students with impeccable personal records will be considered. Our school is committed to building a close community and it is important to build a relationship with the entire family, we therefore also request an interview with the whole family before deciding if the family will fit into our community. Our admissions process attempts to gather a picture of each applicant that will be as complete as possible. It includes one or more classroom visits, interviews, assessment of the applicant, a review of the student’s academic record and the recommendations of teachers who have worked with the student and family.
An application fee of R 1500 is payable at application of which R 1000 is refundable on certain conditions (see application form). Once the application form is received a motivation form will be sent to the parents. Once this step is complete the family will be invited for an interview at the school. The child will then be invited to an assessment.
Primary students are expected to spend the morning and High School students three mornings at the school to enable them to experience Montessori education for themselves before making a final decision. We also need time to ascertain whether or not the prospective student will prosper in a Montessori setting. Preschool children come for a 30 minute assessment after school.
If your child is accepted the Good Faith Deposit (three month’s fees) is payable within the time stipulated to secure their place in the school.
Preschool children need to be fully potty trained, three years of age and have a basic understanding of English.
Application Form
If you would like to apply, you can download an application form by clicking on the following link.
Please print out this form and fill it in. You can then either fax it to us, drop it off at the school, or rescan and email it to us.
2011 Fee Structure
| Pre-School | Junior Primary | Senior Primary | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | R 1500 | R 1500 | R 1500 |
| Deposit | R 5985 | R 8955 | R 9945 |
| Development Levy | R 850 | R 1170 | R 1170 |
| Book Levy | R 320 | R 320 | |
| Monthly Fee (x11) | R 1995 | R 2985 | R 3315 |
| Outings | R 170 (x3) | R 170 (x3) | R 170 (x3) |
| Camps, meals, holiday care and aftercare at extra cost. |
2011 High School Fees
| Application Fee | R 1500 |
|---|---|
| Deposit | |
| Grade 7 | R 10 695 |
| Grade 8-11 | R 10 500 |
| Grade 12 | R 6 360 |
| Grade 7 Fees | |
|---|---|
| Monthly Fee | R 3 565 (x11) |
| Development Levy | R 1 600 (x1) |
| Book Levy | R 425 |
| Outings | R 170 (per outing) |
| Camp | Approx. R 2 000 |
| Grade 8-11 Fees | |
|---|---|
| Term 1 Fee | R 10 500 |
| Term 2 Fee | R 14 000 |
| Term 3 Fee | R 14 000 |
This fee includes camp, 3 outings, facilities, a development levy, occupations equipment and tutors.
| Grade 12 Fees | |
|---|---|
| Term 1 Fee | R 6 360 |
| Term 2 Fee | R 8 480 |
| Term 3 Fee | R 8 480 |
This fee includes outings, facilities, a development levy and tutors.
The Grade 8 to 12 children follow the Cambridge curriculum and the study material is provided upfront by the British International Distance College. Parents must order the material through the school.
Foundation phase (Grade 8 and 9): Approximately R15 000 depending on the subjects your child chooses. The Foundation phase can be completed in one to two years.
IGCSE (Grade 10 and 11): Approximately R24 000 depending on the subjects your child chooses. The IGCSE phase can be completed in one to two years.
Grade 12 (AS Level): Approximately R22 000 depending on the subjects your child chooses.
Please contact Liselle at montessorivillage@gmail.com for more details on the courses available and the fee structure.