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Accepting Waitlist Inquiries

A School WorthWaiting For

Peridot Montessori is currently at full capacity. Children learn in small classes with Montessori guides.

We are accepting waitlist inquiries for future openings and invite interested families to share their child's information, desired program, and preferred start timing.

The school office will share current waitlist confirmation details after reviewing your inquiry.

AMS Member

DHR licensed

Small Classes

Intentionally limited enrollment

Ages 18mo – 12

Toddler through Elementary

CHOOSE Act

Ask about ESA funding

Inquiry

Submit a Waitlist Inquiry

Tell us about your child and preferred timing. Peridot Montessori is currently accepting families for the waitlist. After reviewing your information, we will contact you regarding next steps.

We respond within 1-2 business days.

Prefer to Talk Directly?

Call Us

(256) 797-7429

Email Admission Team

Peridotmontessori@gmail.com

Office Hours

Contact the school office for current hours

Location

115 Rebecca Pines Drive, Madison, AL 35758

Licensed & Professionally Affiliated

Peridot is an AMS member school. Alabama DHR also licenses the school.

Registered Member School of the American Montessori Society (AMS)Licensed by the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR)CHOOSE Act funding information

Waitlist Confirmation

The school office will explain the current waitlist confirmation process. After reviewing your inquiry, we will share the next steps for your child's program and timing.

The current waitlist/application fee is $200. Tuition varies by program and schedule. Contact the school for current tuition details.

Future Tour Opportunities

Twenty Minutes in Our ClassroomAnswers Every Question

Classroom tours may be offered for families interested in future openings. Children work, guides observe, and the room stays calm.

Tour availability depends on classroom capacity and scheduling. You can ask about programs, tuition, funding, waitlist timing, and common questions.

The school office will explain current waitlist confirmation details. The current waitlist/application fee is $200, and we will share next steps after reviewing your inquiry.

Observe a Live Classroom

Real work. No scripted demo.

Meet the Lead Guide

Ask direct questions.

See the Materials

Touch the tools children use.

Get Answers

Programs. Tuition. Funding. Timing.

Admission Process

What to Expect at Each Step

Five clear steps. Each one helps us know your family and plan for future openings.

1
5 minutes

Submit a Waitlist Inquiry

Share your child's information, desired program, and preferred start timing.

Email, call, or form
Child age
Program interest
Initial questions
Waitlist confirmation details

We use this information to follow up as future openings become available.

2
Office follow-up

Confirm Your Waitlist Place

The school office will explain waitlist confirmation details after reviewing your inquiry.

Waitlist confirmation
Office instructions
Program availability
Confirmed after all required steps are complete

The school office will share the current waitlist process and next steps.

3
30–45 minutes

Initial Interview

Talk with the School Director or program lead guide.

Child strengths
Family goals
Transition needs
Program questions

We look for fit, not perfection.

4
30–45 minutes

Elementary Observation Visit

Elementary applicants spend time in the classroom.

Classroom visit
Materials and peers
Natural introduction
Follow-up if needed

The visit starts the relationship.

5
1–2 weeks

Future Enrollment & CHOOSE Act Funding

When a space is offered, we guide paperwork and funding steps.

Enrollment agreement
Health records
ClassWallet setup
Welcome packet

We keep the process clear.

CHOOSE Act ESA Funding

Montessori May Be MoreAffordable Than You Think

Alabama CHOOSE Act ESA funding may provide eligible families up to $7,000 per eligible child each year. Funds may apply to Kindergarten or Elementary tuition.

This is not a loan. Ask us about eligibility during your inquiry.

How It Works

1

Check Eligibility

We help you confirm the basics.

2

Apply via ClassWallet

Create your ESA account.

3

Complete Enrollment When Offered

Finish the Peridot admission steps when a space is available.

4

Authorize Payment

Select Peridot and approve tuition payment.

Enrollment Steps

When a Space Is Offered

Enrollment stays straightforward when an opening becomes available. Four final steps secure your child's place after an offer.

Enrollment Agreement

Sign forms and secure your spot.

Health Records

Submit required Alabama records.

Tuition Conversation

Review current tuition details, funding options, or ESA authorization.

Welcome & Orientation

Receive details for your first day.

Join the Waitlist for Future Openings

Current classrooms are full. Join the waitlist for future Montessori openings for ages 18 months through 12 years.

New inquiries are being accepted for the waitlist. The school office will explain the current confirmation process after reviewing your inquiry.