A Montessori Education,
With Options for Your Family
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most meaningful decisions your family will make. We believe a child’s first school experience should be filled with wonder and curiosity, as well as opportunities to explore, discover, and grow in independence.
We also know that tuition is an important part of that decision. At Pearlily Montessori, tuition varies based on your child’s schedule and the care options your family selects. Families may choose from Morning, Afternoon, or Full Day programs, with before- and after-school care available for certain schedules.
Because each family’s needs are different, we invite you to request tuition information so our Admissions Team can share the options that apply to your child’s age, schedule, and care needs. We offer flexibility including tuition payment plans as well as access and support to several need-based grants (i.e., RISE through Action for Children, Childcare Aware of America for service members across all branches of the military, and others).
Click the button below and submit the form so we can discuss various tuition options available and help you choose what works best for your family.
Making Montessori More Accessible
Pearlily Montessori was founded with a simple belief: authentic Montessori education should be available to more children and families. To support that goal, we help families understand the different ways they may be able to pay for their child’s education, including:
Flexible Tuition Payment Plans
Families may have options to spread tuition payments across the school year.
Publicly Funded Child Care and Public Support Programs
Pearlily works with eligible families using Publicly Funded Child Care, the Child Care Choice Program, Franklin County RISE scholarships through Action for Children, and other available programs when applicable.
Military Child Care Fee Assistance
Eligible military-connected families may be able to access child care fee assistance through Child Care Aware of America or related military child care programs.
Pearlily Access Scholarship
For families who are not eligible for available public childcare support but still face a meaningful affordability gap, Pearlily may offer limited in-house scholarship assistance through our sliding scale review process.
Because eligibility rules, funding availability, and family circumstances vary, the best first step is to request tuition information and speak with our Admissions Team. We would be happy to share current tuition options and help you understand the different ways your family may be able to pay for a Pearlily Montessori education.
A note about financial assistance
Families who may qualify for public childcare assistance will generally be encouraged to apply for those programs first. Public programs can often provide deeper support than an individual school can provide on its own. Pearlily’s scholarship is designed as a bridge for families who are not eligible for available public support but still need some assistance to make Montessori more affordable. These scholarships are limited, reviewed confidentially, and awarded based on family circumstances, available scholarship funds, and program capacity.
Want to learn more about payment plans, public childcare assistance, RISE, military fee assistance, or Pearlily Access Scholarship?
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you publish tuition online?
Because tuition depends on your child’s schedule, care options, age, and enrollment timing, we ask families to request tuition information directly. This allows us to provide the most accurate information for your family.
Can Pearlily help me determine whether I qualify for public childcare assistance?
Pearlily can help you understand which programs may be worth exploring, but eligibility decisions are made by the relevant public agency or program administrator.
Should I apply for public assistance before asking about Pearlily’s scholarship?
Usually, yes. If your family may qualify for public childcare assistance, we will generally encourage you to apply for those programs first.
What if I make too much to qualify for public assistance but tuition is still difficult?
This is the type of situation Pearlily Access Scholarship is designed to consider. The sliding scale scholarship is intended for families who are above available public support thresholds but still face a meaningful affordability gap.
Is Pearlily Access Scholarship guaranteed?
No. Pearlily Access scholarships are limited and depend on available funds, classroom capacity, family circumstances, selected schedule, and submitted documentation.
Will my financial information be kept confidential?
Yes. Financial assistance conversations are handled respectfully and confidentially by the appropriate administrative team.
Prepare your child for life.
Is your child a dreamer? A builder? A thinker? A storyteller? An explorer?
At Pearlily Montessori, we educate children 3-6 years old and support them in becoming independent, responsible students who love to learn. Learn more about:
Our Mission
The Prepared Environment
Our Early Childhood Program
To grasp the essence of a Montessori education, just step inside a classroom.
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