Beginnings-the Children's School (2026-27 Profile)

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Beginnings-the Children's School

1985 East Main Road Portsmouth, RI 02871

Tel: (401) 683-5850

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Kindergarten
Enrollment: 5 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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About the School

Beginningsâ€“the Children's School in Portsmouth, RI, is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving kindergarten students in a rural community setting.
Founded in 1985, the school enrolls 5 students with a studentâ€“teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by one teacher.
The school's annual tuition is $45,000 for its kindergarten program.
As a singleâ€“grade school, it provides kindergarten education focused on Montessori principles within a small rural community.
Beginningsâ€“the Children's School operates independently without memberships in educational associations.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Kindergarten
Enrollment: 5 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

School Type

Montessori School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten

Year Founded

1985

School Calendar

School Motto

Experience the Montessori Difference!

Student Body

Total Students

5 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

1 teacher

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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