Frequently Answered Questions

Where is Lake Harriet Montessori School located?

We are on the east side of Lake Harriet at 915 45th avenue south. The telephone number is 612-825-8517. The email address is: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Is Lake Harriet Montessori School open year round? What are the hours of operation?

Yes, LHMS is a year round program. We are open from 7:30am to 6:00pm Monday through Friday.

Do you offer a half day program? Do you offer any three or four day options?

We do offer a half day options morning 7:30am-1:00pm or an afternoon 1:00pm- 6:00pm.  The minimum for the half day program is four days a week

Students who attend the full day program (7:30am-6:00pm) must sign up for a minimum of three full days a week.

What is the tuition?

Full time at five days a week is $205.  A full day is $48 per day. Half days are $30 per day.

How does enrollment work?

Families interested in enrolling at LHMS are invited to schedule a tour/observation visit with the director. Parents that wish to enroll their children may contact the director to inquire about availabilities then Download the Registration Form, fill it out and send it in.

Does my child need to pack a lunch? What about snacks?

Students bring a bag lunch and milk is provided.   LHMS provides a morning and an afternoon snack. Orange juice is served with morning snack and apple juice is served with the afternoon snack.  Specific dietary requests are honored please speak with the director for details.

Does my child need to be toilet trained before enrolling at LHMS?

Yes, we ask that all new students be fully toilet trained. However often a child will have accidents when in a new environment, so please bring an extra set of clothes for your child with you on your child's first day.