FAQs

List of 13 frequently asked questions.

• When should I apply?

  Applications for the 2027-2028 school year open on October 1, 2026, with an application deadline of January 15, 2027.
  
  Applications received after the deadline will be considered only if space remains available and after all on-time applications have been reviewed and offers extended.

   

  Families are highly encouraged to apply early in order to submit the application plus any required supplemental documents, such as teacher evaluations, progress reports and test scores by the deadline. Student visits, if applicable, are typically scheduled November through February, and families are notified when it is time to schedule their visit.

• What is the cost of tuition?

  Tuition and fees for the 2026-2027 school year can be found here.
  
  

  The WMS Board of Trustees sets the annual tuition each January.

• What are the school day timings?

  Toddler, Early Childhood & Elementary:

  8:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. 
  
  

  Middle & High School:

  8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

• WMS has two campuses?

  Yes! WMS has our original Woodinville Campus (13965 NE 166th Street, Woodinville, WA 98072) and our Bothell Campus (19102 North Creek Parkway, Bothell, WA 98011).

• What programs/grades are available at each campus?

  Our original Woodinville Campus location has four Early Childhood (ages 2.6-6 years) classrooms with approximately 80 students in total.

  
  Our Bothell Campus location has Toddler (18-36 months), Early Childhood (ages 2.6-6 years), Elementary (grades 1-6), Middle School (grades 7-8) and High School (grades 9-12) classrooms with approximately 350 students in total.

• When can I go on a campus tour?

  Campus tours run weekly from October through January. Open House events are held in October and January. Prospective families should register for a campus tour or Open House prior to submitting an application.
  
  Touring is the best way to learn more about our Montessori programs and is a required step of the application process. Families may also choose to attend an Open House to fulfill this requirement. Applications will not be considered until a family has toured.

• Can my child visit WMS?

  Toddler or Early Childhood Applicants:

  No Student Visit is available. If your child is admitted, there will be opportunities before the start of the school year for your child to meet teachers, other students, and see the campus.

  • Kindergarten Applicants:

  The Admissions Office will extend an invitation after your application is submitted for your child to visit a classroom on a school day for one hour.

  
  Elementary Applicants: The Admissions Office will extend an invitation after your application is submitted for your child to visit a classroom for a whole school day.

  • 1^st Grade Applicants:

  The Admissions Office will extend an invitation after your application is submitted for your child to visit a classroom on a school day for four hours.

  
  Middle or High School Applicants:

  After a review of the submitted admissions application, a decision will be made to either invite the child for a Student Visit for a whole school day or notice will be sent that admission cannot be offered.

• Is before and after-school care available?

  Before & after-school care, referred to as Club House at WMS, is provided at both campuses for enrolled students. Club House is available on regular school days from 8:00-8:45 a.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m. Club House is an additional fee and is not included in tuition.  View our Before & After-School Care page for more information.
  
  Before- and after-school athletics, electives and clubs are available for Kindergarten through 12th grade students each semester, and are a great alternative to Club House. Offerings vary based on program level and season. Athletics and extracurriculars are an additional fee and are not included in tuition. 

• Is lunch provided?

  Students bring their own lunch from home each day. No school lunch program is available.
  
  Morning and afternoon snacks are provided for Toddler and Early Childhood, and a morning snack is provided for Lower Elementary.
  
  

  Our Middle School student business class sells a pizza lunch option on select Fridays for 1st-12th grade students.

• What testing is required as part of the admissions process?

  Testing is required for all Middle and High School applicants (7^th-11^th grade). Applicants must submit scores from a standardized test taken since or during the 2025-2026 school year. WMS will accept scores from any of the following standardized tests: Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT), Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE), Smarter Balanced Assessment (SBA), Comprehensive Testing Program (CTP), and Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS). Score(s) must be submitted to WMS by the admissions application deadline. WMS does not provide any of these tests.

• If my child is admitted, are there WMS family responsibilities I should know about?

  Families are expected to get to know their child’s teachers, support any classroom activities as requested and be involved in the school community.
  
  

  Families play a vital role in the success of the WMS community. The Family Association (FA) supports the school and its programs by sponsoring social events, cultural celebrations, teacher and staff appreciation, an annual Auction & Gala, and more.

• Are there fundraising/donation expectations for WMS families outside of tuition?

  Like many nonprofit and independent schools, community support helps WMS attract and retain dedicated Montessori faculty, provide student learning resources, and strengthen the programs that make the school distinctive. To support these efforts, WMS holds two main fundraisers each year.
  
  Our Annual Giving Campaign in the fall inspires family contributions ranging from $5 to $10,000, with an average gift of $800 per family.
  
  In the spring, our signature fundraising event brings the community together and raises direct support for classrooms as well as a priority funding need. We are deeply grateful to all of our donors for their support!

• How is tuition assistance awarded?

  The Tuition Assistance Committee attempts to ensure that each tuition assistance applicant is subject to the same guidelines by evaluating the needs of every applicant family relative to the needs of other applicants. The committee also reviews any appeals or requests for changes in aid awards. The committee is comprised of key administrative staff. The committee maintains strict confidentiality, accessing only information that is necessary and relevant to its mission.