Best Montessori Schools in Phoenix, Arizona (2026)

    There are 34 Montessori schools in Phoenix, Arizona on MontessoriCity (November 2026). Published tuition runs from about $675 USD/mo to $1,694 USD/mo (median $1,200 USD/mo, from the 14 schools that publish a price). The highest-ranked are Natural Choice Academy (4.9★, 116 Google reviews), Amici Trilingual Montessori Preschool (5.0★, 12 Google reviews) and Sounds Montessori Childcare (5.0★, 11 Google reviews). Families can book free tours at several schools with one request.

    We ranked every school by Google rating and review volume using a Bayesian average, so consistently well-reviewed schools rise to the top. Each school shows evidence of a Montessori program. Updated November 2026.

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    Top Montessori Schools in Phoenix

    1. Natural Choice AcademyPhoto: Natural Choice Academy · Google
      #1

      Natural Choice Academy

      Phoenix, Arizona

      4.9· 116 reviews

    10. Ahwatukee Foothills MontessoriPhoto: Ahwatukee Foothills Montessori · Google
      #10

      Ahwatukee Foothills Montessori

      Phoenix, Arizona

      $781–$1,694 USD/mo

      4.7· 28 reviews

    16. Desert Garden MontessoriPhoto: Krista Orifici · Google
      #16

      Desert Garden Montessori

      Phoenix, Arizona

      NidoToddlerLower ElementaryUpper Elementary$13,000–$19,500 USD/yr
    19. Keystone MontessoriPhoto: Keystone Montessori · Google
      #19

      Keystone Montessori

      Phoenix, Arizona

      Toddler$1,066–$1,685 USD/mo
    23. Little Lantanas MontessoriPhoto: Little Lantanas Montessori · Google
      #23

      Little Lantanas Montessori

      Phoenix, Arizona

      Casa$925–$8,325 USD/yr

    Showing the top 25 of 34 Montessori schools. See the city pages below for every school near you.

    Best Montessori Schools in Phoenix, Arizona at a glance

    • Phoenix's Montessori schools average 4.57★ across 14 rated schools, versus 4.70★ site-wide.
    • 2 of 34 schools in Phoenix hold official Montessori accreditation (AMI, AMS, or Montessori Canada).
    • The most-reviewed school in Phoenix has 116 Google reviews.
    • 14 of 34 schools in Phoenix publish a tuition range.
    • Published tuition in Phoenix ranges $675 USD/mo–$1,694 USD/mo, median $1,200 USD/mo — see the full breakdown on the tuition page.
    • Accreditation breakdown in Phoenix: 2 AMS Member.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How many Montessori schools are in Phoenix?

    Phoenix, Arizona has 34 Montessori schools in our directory as of November 2026; 14 of them have Google reviews. We only list schools that show evidence of a Montessori program.

    How much does Montessori school cost in Phoenix?

    Of the 34 schools here, 14 publish tuition. Their published fees run from about $675 USD/mo to $1,694 USD/mo, with a median of $1,200 USD/mo. By program: Kindergarten: $675 USD/mo–$1,000 USD/mo; Toddler: $824 USD/mo–$1,426 USD/mo; Infant/Pre-Toddler: $1,312 USD/mo–$1,680 USD/mo. These are sticker prices before any subsidy. For the others, ask the school; you can ask about tuition in a free tour request. Full breakdown: montessoricity.com/tuition/phoenix.

    Which Montessori program is right for my child's age?

    Montessori classrooms group children in three-year age spans: Toddler or Nido (about 18 months to 3 years), Casa / Primary / Children's House (3 to 6), Lower Elementary (6 to 9) and Upper Elementary (9 to 12). Not every school offers every stage. Each school's page lists its programs; ask about openings for your child's age when you book a tour.

    How do I book a tour of a Montessori school in Phoenix?

    On MontessoriCity, add the schools you like to your tour list and send one free tour request (montessoricity.com/book-tour). Each school replies to you directly with tour times, and you can compare replies, tuition and tour dates in a free parent dashboard. It costs families nothing, and you can pick as many schools as you want.

    How are the Montessori schools in Phoenix ranked?

    Only by Google rating and number of Google reviews, using a Bayesian average: score = (v·R + 10·C) / (v + 10), where R is the school's rating, v its review count and C = 4.7 the average rating across the directory. A school with a few perfect reviews can't outrank one with hundreds of strong reviews. Schools can't pay to rank higher, and claiming a listing doesn't change its position.

    What are the highest-rated Montessori schools in Phoenix?

    By our ranking, the top 3 are Natural Choice Academy (4.9★, 116 Google reviews), Amici Trilingual Montessori Preschool (5.0★, 12 Google reviews) and Sounds Montessori Childcare (5.0★, 11 Google reviews). Ratings change, so check each school's page for the current numbers and reviews.

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    Ranking methodology: schools are ordered by a Bayesian average — score = (v·R + 10·C) / (v + 10), where R is the school's Google rating, v its review count, and C = 4.7 the review-weighted average rating across the directory. This prevents a school with one 5-star review from outranking consistently well-reviewed schools. When results are otherwise equal, schools with more complete, recently verified profiles come first. This is based on profile quality only; no school can pay for a higher position. Every public school in the directory is ranked; we only list schools that show evidence of a Montessori program.

    Rankings can't be bought. Schools are ordered by Google rating and review count. When results are otherwise equal, schools with more complete, recently verified profiles come first. This is based on profile quality only; no school can pay for a higher position.