1. Enrollment Procedure
2. Admissions Policy
3. Tuition Policy
4. Non Discrimination Policy
5. Tuition Schedule
6. Application/Enrollment Forms

Enrollment Procedure

Appointment for a Tour/Visit

This is the first step in our enrollment process.  You are invited to make an appointment to visit our campus at Damariscotta Montessori School in Nobleboro. Please call us at (207) 563-2168 to set up a convenient time. We request that this first visit be an “adults only” visit.  This allows you, as a parent, to assess the school, our classrooms, and the Montessori method for the right fit for your child. This meeting is typically about 45-60 minutes long.

Application

After visiting the school and if you are interested in enrolling in one of our programs, you must fill out an application.  All applications must be submitted with a one time application fee.  Applications for all our programs are accepted year-round and are available on the website (at the bottom of this page).  You may also contact the school directly to have an application sent to you.  Applications should be mailed directly to the school or hand delivered. 

Address:  DMS Admissions, 93 Center Street, Nobleboro, ME 04555

Phone: (207) 563-2168

Interview and Child Visit

After receiving your application, we will contact you for an interview.  During this time, you will meet with our Director, while the child visits one of our classrooms.  This is an opportunity for you to ask more specific questions about our programs and find out more details about the school, our staff, and the Montessori philosophy.  It also allows the school’s staff to meet with the student candidate and talk with the parents.

Enrollment Decision/Acceptance

In the spring, after assessing the number of openings available in our programs, the school makes it’s decision on enrollment for the following school year.  It is at this time that you will be notified about acceptance or waiting list status in one of our programs.  Please see our Admissions policy for priority enrollments in each of our programs. 

Enrollment Completion

The following forms and fees are needed by the school to complete enrollment:

·        Signed enrollment agreement.

·        Non-refundable enrollment fee (applicable towards tuition).

·        Emergency form.

·        Physician's report.

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Admissions Policy

Children three to twelve years of age may be considered for admission to our primary and elementary programs. Admission shall be determined after consultation between the Executive Director and the teacher of the appropriate class. An Open House takes place each year in March to allow prospective families to meet with the staff and parents of DMS.

Families wishing to be considered for admission are requested to tour of the facility and visit the classroom. This first visit is adults only.  Following the initial visit, a second appointment allows the Director and teachers to meet with the student candidate and talk with the parents. To be considered for acceptance, each family must apply and pay a onetime application fee.

Admission priorities are in accord with the following school policy:

Primary:

• Siblings of older students at DMS;

• Montessori transfer students;

• Children between three and four years.

      Elementary

• Children with satisfactory DMS experience;

• Montessori transfer students;

• Siblings of DMS students.

• Students transferring from other schools.

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Tuition Policy

The school year is considered to be continuous from September through June. Parents enroll their children for that period of time. The September to June tuition is divided into equal payments according to a plan (annual, semi-annual, monthly) agreed upon and committed to through the tuition contract.

The student's withdrawal or absence for any cause will not reduce obligation for the full annual tuition. The school's budget and operations depend on fulfillment by all parents and guardians of their agreement to pay the tuition, and that if you have elected to pay monthly or quarterly, this is for your convenience and does not limit the obligation to pay all installments timely. In the event of default in the payment of any installment provided for in this contract, the student may not be allowed to continue classes. If the school is required to initiate legal proceedings to enforce this agreement, the parents or guardians will be held liable for the school's legal cost, including reasonable attorney fees as stated in the enrollment agreement. The Executive Director will consider extenuating circumstances

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Non-Discrimination Policy

The Damariscotta Montessori School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

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Tuition Schedule

Tuition 2008-2009

* 3 day program is designed for first time students, who will take precedence in filling the available spots. Options for three day program subject to availability are:  MTW (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday), WRF (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday), MTR (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday), TRF (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) , MWF (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)

Payment Plans

Other

·          Sibling Discount – 10%, applied to second sibling’s tuition.

·          Tuition is pro-rated for mid-year enrollment.

·          Late Pickup Fee - $1 per minute after 5:05 p.m.

·          Field trips, school supplies are included in Materials/Activity Fee

·          Extended care (used, as needed) – Afternoon - $14 per day, Morning - $9 per day.

·          $40 processing fee for semi-annual payment plans and $60 for monthly payment plans. 

·          $20 late fee for payments received after the 20^th of the month in which the payment was due.

·          Should your family need assistance in meeting tuition obligations, please speak to Chip.

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Application/Enrollment Forms

Please click Below to download an application form:

• Primary/Elementary Application Form

• Financial Assistance Application Form

• Enrollment Agreement (upon acceptance)

• Parent/Toddler Program Registration Form

• Summer Program 2008 Enrollment Form

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