1. Visit

Parents are invited to the school for a morning visit, to see the program in action and to ask questions concerning the Montessori principles of teaching that are fundamental to the philosophy of Orchard House. To arrange a visit, please contact the Director.

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2. Application

Before a child can be considered for admission and placed on the Orchard House waiting list, the parents must submit a completed application form.

3. Meeting Your Child

Having the opportunity to meet your child is an important part of the application process. It will allow your child to become a little familiar with our House, and us to ensure that we can meet your child’s developmental needs. Ultimately, it will allow both parties to ensure that our school is the right fit for your child.

4. Admission to Orchard House

It is advisable to register your child at least 12-18 months prior to your expected start date.  Current Orchard House children are given priority for re-enrollment, as are their siblings. Admission of new children to Orchard House is then subject to the availability of space, as well as to the determination by the Director that the school can meet the needs of your child.

5. Notification of Decision

New families will be notified of the status of their application by the Director. Parents who are notified that their child has been granted admission must return the enrollment contract within two weeks of the date notice is received or risk forfeiting their child’s admission.

6. Age

• Nursery Program: From six months old
• Tiny Tots Program: Children must be 18 months and older
• Toddler Two’s Program: Children must be 2 years old by September 30th
• Three’s Program: Children must be 3 years old by September 30th
• Pre-K Fours Program: Children must be 4 years old by September 30^th