Admission Process

HOW TO APPLY

MSD Admission Process

We are thrilled to talk to prospective families about Montessori School of Denver! We will begin accepting first round applications for the 2026-2027 school year on October 1st, 2025. You will find MSD Admission staff are friendly, available, and ready to help you navigate the admission process at MSD. Your roadmap for our admission process is below – jump in and get started by submitting an inquiry form. We’re also here to answer any questions you have along the way! We can be reached at admissions@msd-co.org or 303-756-9441.  

For 2025-2026 enrollment, admission decisions will be made on a rolling basis through the start of the school year based on program availability.  

 

Jane and Linder of MSD's Admissions Team 2023 | Admissions at Montessori School of Denver

MSD’s Admission Team: Jane Connard and Amy Carr

1. Inquire

The first step is to submit an Inquiry to help us learn more about your student and answer your questions. Click here to get in touch!

2. Visit Our Campus

A Montessori environment offers a unique educational experience that can only be truly appreciated by seeing it in action. Join us for an opportunity to visit the classrooms, explore outdoor learning spaces, and engage with teachers and students. Join us for an Open House on Thursday, October 9th from 3:45 to 5:45pm or Saturday, November 8th from 10:00am to 12:00pm. Group tours will be held throughout the fall for 2026-2027 interest. Inquire today to learn about tour and Open House opportunities!

3. Apply Online

Have you visited MSD’s campus yet? The campus visit is an important part of the discovery process at MSD and gives us an opportunity to answer any initial questions you have. If you have not yet visited, please click here to submit an inquiry and schedule a tour or open house. We look forward to meeting you soon!

Submit an online application ($150 non-refundable fee) between October 1st, 2025 and January 9th, 2026 for first-round admission consideration. Applications are not considered on a first-come-first-served basis so you have plenty of time to visit our campus!  A member of the Admission Team will reach out with all next steps. Note: 6th – 8th Grade applicants must also complete the Supplementary Student Application.

4. Submit Required Documents

As part of the online application, you will be asked to provide additional documents. Upload birth certificate, video and additional materials as applicable. Students who currently attend another educational setting are asked to provide transcripts and a teacher recommendation(s). Electronic transcript and recommendation requests can be sent directly from the online checklist to be shared with MSD. 

5: Virtual Parent/Guardian Chat

When you enroll your child at MSD, your family joins a wonderful community of parents committed to a successful partnership between school and home. We value that relationship and therefore recognize the importance of getting to know you, as well as your child. A parent/guardian chat is required with a member of the Administrative team to learn more about your family. During this time, we are also available to answer questions regarding our educational philosophy, program hallmarks, logistics, and any other questions you may have.

6: Student Visit

Student visits are required for all applicants except Toddlers. These visits allow prospective MSD students to participate in classroom activities and engage with materials, peers and teachers. Student visits vary in length according to their applied program and are scheduled accordingly.

For Primary and Kindergarten applicants, please note that the group student visit day is Friday, February 6th, 2026. Please save the date! Student visits for other programs will be scheduled directly with the family.

7: Notification Dates

All applications received by January 9th and completed by February 13, 2026 are weighed equally by MSD’s Admission Committee and notified of their status on a common date. Admission Status Notifications will be sent after 4pm via email on the following dates:

  • Middle School: Friday, February 20, 2026
  • Primary through 5th Grade: Friday, February 27, 2026
  • Toddler: Friday, March 6, 2026

All deadlines above are for the first round of admission consideration. Afterward, we will continue to accept applications year-round based on space availability. Admission is never guaranteed.

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MSD Programs

Click on the images below to learn more about MSD’s academic programs.

Montessori School of Denver Admissions to Toddler | Montessori Toddlers are 2-3 years old at MSD | MSD Toddler students plant, garden, and care for their environment

Toddler

Ages 2-3
Our toddler village early learning environment is built for exploration and practical life skills; with a playground just their size, a garden area, and dedicated outdoor workspaces for each classroom. Learn more here.
Montessori School of Denver Admissions to Kindergarten and Primary Programs | Primary Sensorial and Math in a Montessori Classroom

Primary and Kindergarten

Ages 3-6
MSD Preschool and Kindergarten programs focus on helping students to make thoughtful choices, develop concentration, and engage in caring and purposeful interaction with their environment. Learn more here.

Lower Elementary

Ages 6-9, Grades 1-3
The MSD Lower Elementary program offers students a rich curriculum based on individual understanding that is challenging, collaborative, and interwoven with real world application. Learn more here.
Montessori School of Denver Admissions to Lower Elementary or Grades 1-3

Upper Elementary

Ages 9-11, Grades 4-5
MSD’s Upper Elementary program expands the rich curriculum to focus on confidence and achievement, reinforcing the importance of responsibility, service, ownership of knowledge, and integrity. Learn more here.
Montessori School of Denver Admissions to Upper Elementary School or Grades 4 and 5 | MSD Upper Elementary students tend to the urban farm and garden | care for environment
Montessori School of Denver Admissions to Middle School | Montessori Middle School Science

Middle School

Ages 11-14, Grades 6-8
We have designed every facet of our Middle School curriculum with smart, compassionate emphasis on social-emotional growth; strong, core academics; and a global education at the forefront. Learn more here.
Montessori School of Denver Specials Classes include Music and Theater among others | MSD Middle School students perform Willy Wonka Jr. for the MS Play | Montessori Middle School

Specials

MSD’s Specials program enriches the already robust Montessori curriculum and school culture, providing students a more rounded education. Specials classes are in addition to regular classroom studies and include physical education, music and theater, art, Spanish, library sciences, and handcraft. Our Urban Farm program is also part of our Specials program. Learn more here.