We believe in a different kind of school.
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Infant-Toddler Program
6 Weeks – 3 Years Old
>Waitlisted<
"Thanks for keeping me with my amazing teachers for three years! I have to feel emotionally secure in order to explore and learn new things"
Children's House Program
3 Years Old – Kindergarten
Accepting Applications
"Thanks for preparing a learning environment that inspires me to explore and figure things out. Being intellectually curious and motivated to learn will help me be successful in both school and life."
Lower Elementary Program
1st Grade – 3rd Grade
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"Thanks for providing an individualized approach where mastery and uncovering curriculum is more important than covering it."
Upper Elementary Program
4th Grade – 6th Grade
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"Thanks for the opportunity to grow into the best version of myself. I'm ready to change the world in ways big and small."
39
Years in Education
Founded in 1984, we were educational pioneers since the beginning and remain true to our mission. Montessori education is a proven educational method, intentionally designed learning environment with an inclusive community which creates global citizens.
48%
Racially & Ethnically Diverse Student Population
Equity has always been central to our mission - we are diverse by design.
40%
Diversity in Our Staff
It matters to be able to see staff that is just like you; diversity in our staff is just as important as important as our children.
19%
Tuition-Free
It is our priority to make this education accessible to all learners
65%
of Offset Tuition
Balancing educational excellence, equity, and sustainability by increasing the ability for a more diverse student demographic
20K ft2
Huntington Playground
Funded by Huntington Bank in 1993, our playground was the first in the area to be accessible for children with physical challenges. At 20,000 sq. ft., it is one of the largest school playgrounds in the area. Our playground is open to the community to use outside of school hours.
3 yrs
With the Same Teachers
Montessori philosophy stresses the importance of a three-year cycle, believing that the full potential of the child is reached after three years in the same environment with the same teacher.
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Unique Families
Our community serves all of central Ohio, providing infant through 6th grade care and schooling. Our families are as unique as our education model.Upcoming Events
Take the Next Steps
Contact us today to learn more about becoming a part of the CMEC family. Tours are available in person or virtually.
Applications are accepted year-round for all programs. We currently have waiting lists in several programs and encourage applications year-round to ensure the earliest possible enrollment date for your child.
If openings are not immediately available, you will be placed on a wait list. The wait lists vary for each program during the academic year.
Summer programs are available to families enrolled in the current or upcoming school years.