Sliding Scale, Tuition and Fees
Sliding Scale Tuition Assistance at Alcuin
At Alcuin Montessori School we value each member of our community and the unique contribution each student makes to our collective excellence. Because Alcuin is committed to remaining accessible and affordable to families from a wide range of economic backgrounds, we use a sliding scale tuition model that applies a tuition range based on each family’s individual circumstances. In addition, we have several tuition payment plans for a small service charge.
As a non-profit organization, Alcuin Montessori is primarily funded by tuition and fees, which are used to finance operating costs such as programs, staff salaries, and maintenance of our facilities.
A commitment to inclusion is an essential element of Alcuin’s educational philosophy and school culture. Economic diversity enriches the educational opportunity for all families and participation of a wide range of families is critical to the health of the school.
Will I Qualify?
Families wishing to be considered for sliding scale tuition must apply for tuition assistance as part of the enrollment application process. To help us objectively calculate what a family is able to contribute to educational expenses, families are asked to complete an online application through FAST Grant & Aid Assessment. All supporting documentation can be uploaded in PDF format or mailed to FAST, include copies of the previous year's tax return forms for both state and federal taxes and W2s.
We encourage families to apply if they have concerns about their ability to afford tuition at the highest level. While every family is expected to contribute to the cost of tuition and fees and to support the community to the extent individual family circumstances permit, Alcuin does not expect each tuition level to be the same.
Multiple factors are considered by FAST when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: household income, family size, the number of children attending tuition-charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income. Not all families who qualify for a reduced rate of tuition will be offered the rate for which they qualify.
At Alcuin Montessori School we value each member of our community and the unique contribution each student makes to our collective excellence. Because Alcuin is committed to remaining accessible and affordable to families from a wide range of economic backgrounds, we use a sliding scale tuition model that applies a tuition range based on each family’s individual circumstances. In addition, we have several tuition payment plans for a small service charge.
As a non-profit organization, Alcuin Montessori is primarily funded by tuition and fees, which are used to finance operating costs such as programs, staff salaries, and maintenance of our facilities.
A commitment to inclusion is an essential element of Alcuin’s educational philosophy and school culture. Economic diversity enriches the educational opportunity for all families and participation of a wide range of families is critical to the health of the school.
Will I Qualify?
Families wishing to be considered for sliding scale tuition must apply for tuition assistance as part of the enrollment application process. To help us objectively calculate what a family is able to contribute to educational expenses, families are asked to complete an online application through FAST Grant & Aid Assessment. All supporting documentation can be uploaded in PDF format or mailed to FAST, include copies of the previous year's tax return forms for both state and federal taxes and W2s.
We encourage families to apply if they have concerns about their ability to afford tuition at the highest level. While every family is expected to contribute to the cost of tuition and fees and to support the community to the extent individual family circumstances permit, Alcuin does not expect each tuition level to be the same.
Multiple factors are considered by FAST when evaluating a family’s ability to pay, including but not limited to: household income, family size, the number of children attending tuition-charging schools, and assets and liabilities not reflected in household income. Not all families who qualify for a reduced rate of tuition will be offered the rate for which they qualify.
Alcuin families with students re-enrolling: The online submission deadline for all applications is every February. Your tax return must follow the submission, and must be postmarked by the due date given Once both deadlines have passed, families may still apply for aid with the understanding that financial aid offers may not be extended by the time enrollment contracts are due.
To apply for financial aid, please visit the FAST website and apply online. Please note that filling out the financial aid application does not take the place of filling out an admission application. Sliding scale tuition assistance is only available for Primary through Middle School.
Alcuin cannot determine the award amount (if your family qualifies) until all information is complete. Notification of awards will be communicated once a contract has been offered and received.
Please note: filling out a FAST application does not take the place of an enrollment application.
To apply for financial aid, please visit the FAST website and apply online. Please note that filling out the financial aid application does not take the place of filling out an admission application. Sliding scale tuition assistance is only available for Primary through Middle School.
Alcuin cannot determine the award amount (if your family qualifies) until all information is complete. Notification of awards will be communicated once a contract has been offered and received.
Please note: filling out a FAST application does not take the place of an enrollment application.
Tuition Rates for 2023-2024
Program |
Ages |
Hours |
Tuition |
All-Year Infant* |
6 weeks - 14 months |
M-F, 7:15 a.m.-6:00 p.m. |
$26,775 |
All-Year Toddler* |
15 - 35 months |
M-F, 7:15 a.m.-6:00 p.m. |
$24,150 |
Primary Half-Day |
3 to 5 years |
M-F, 8:30-11:30 a.m. |
$12,075 |
All-Year Primary |
3 to 6 years |
M-F, 7:15 a.m.-6:00 p.m. |
$23,730 |
Primary Extended Day (Kindergarten) |
5 to 6 years |
M-F, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. |
$15,015 |
Redwood Literacy Extended Day (Kindergarten) |
5 to 6 years |
M-F, 8:15 a.m.-3:00 p.m. |
$27,080 |
Junior Elementary |
6 to 9 years |
M-F, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
$16,800 |
Redwood Literacy Junior Elementary |
6 to 9 years |
M-F, 8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
$27,750 |
Senior Elementary |
9 to 12 years |
M-F, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
$17,330 |
Redwood Literacy Senior Elementary |
9 to 12 years |
M-F, 8:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
$28,455 |
Middle School |
12 to 14 years |
M-F, 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m. |
$18,795 |
Redwood Literacy Middle School |
12 to 14 years |
M-F, 8:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m. |
$29,780 |
Before School Care |
3 to 6 years |
M-F, 7:15-8:30 a.m. |
$1,840 |
Primary Day House |
3 to 6 years |
M-F, 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. |
$4,330 |
Day House |
3 to 12 years |
M-F, 3:00-6:00 p.m. |
$4,220 |
Sliding Scale Estimator
The following are estimations on what you may qualify to pay are based on the enrollment of one child. Amounts will vary based on the enrollment of multiple children.
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Primary |
Extended Day |
Junior El |
Senior El |
Middle School |
All-Year Infant |
All-Year Toddler |
All-Year Primary |
$40,000 or Less |
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$2569- $4007 |
$3309- $5162 |
$3703- $5776 |
$3813- $5949 |
$4175- $6513 |
$6375- $9945 |
$5750- $8970 |
$6142- $9582 |
$40,000- $70,000 |
. |
$4110- $6062 |
$5294- $7809 |
$5924- $8738 |
$6101- $8999 |
$6680- $9853 |
$10,200- $15,045 |
$9200- $13,570 |
$9827- $14,495 |
$70,000- $100,000 |
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$6165- $7604 |
$7942- $9795 |
$8886- $10,959 |
$9152- $11,287 |
$10,020- $12,358 |
$15,300- $18,870 |
$13,800- $17,020 |
$14,741- $18,180 |
$100,000- $130,000 |
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$7706- $10,275 |
$9927- $13,236 |
$11,108- $14,810 |
$11,440- $15,253 |
$12,525- $16,700 |
$19,125- $25,500 |
$17,250- $25,500 |
$18,426- $24,568 |
FACTS Tuition Management
A $1,500 non-refundable tuition deposit enrolls your child in Alcuin Montessori School's program(s) and is part of the annual tuition amount. Payment is due with the contract.
All tuition payments for Alcuin Montessori are made using the FACTS tuition management system.
To log-in to your FACTS account, or to create a new account click here to log in.
All tuition payments for Alcuin Montessori are made using the FACTS tuition management system.
To log-in to your FACTS account, or to create a new account click here to log in.
Financing
Deferred Payment Plan
The following options are available with a $30 per payment service charge. Payments are due the first of each month according to the selected payment plan.
Two Payment Plan: August 1 and January 1
Four Payment Plan: August 1, November 1, February 1, and April 1
Nine Payment Plan: August 1 through May 1 (except March)
Twelve Payment Plan: August 1 through July 1 (for All-Year Programs Only)
Other Fees
Entrance/Facility Fee
A one-time, non-refundable fee of $1200 for all new families is required.
Activity Fee
An annual fee of $900 for Junior Elementary, $1100 for Senior Elementary, and $2,700 for Middle School covers materials and field trips. Senior Elementary includes Nature's Classroom; Middle School includes land-based experiences and travel to New York City/Washington D.C.
Catering Fee
All-Year Toddler program catering fee: $1050
The following options are available with a $30 per payment service charge. Payments are due the first of each month according to the selected payment plan.
Two Payment Plan: August 1 and January 1
Four Payment Plan: August 1, November 1, February 1, and April 1
Nine Payment Plan: August 1 through May 1 (except March)
Twelve Payment Plan: August 1 through July 1 (for All-Year Programs Only)
Other Fees
Entrance/Facility Fee
A one-time, non-refundable fee of $1200 for all new families is required.
Activity Fee
An annual fee of $900 for Junior Elementary, $1100 for Senior Elementary, and $2,700 for Middle School covers materials and field trips. Senior Elementary includes Nature's Classroom; Middle School includes land-based experiences and travel to New York City/Washington D.C.
Catering Fee
All-Year Toddler program catering fee: $1050
Affording an Alcuin Montessori Education
Alcuin Montessori School is committed to making awards available to as many eligible applicants as possible. The primary responsibility for financing a student’s education rests with the family, however. We also recognize the need to provide assistance to attract and retain a broad spectrum of students as part of Alcuin's mission.
Financial aid is awarded by the year and award amounts vary from year to year. You must apply for each school year you want to be considered for financial aid. In an effort to make the process fair to all, Alcuin Montessori School considers the following when making award decisions:
Both parents are expected to contribute to tuition. If a parent chooses not to work, Alcuin Montessori School imputes an annual income for a non-working parent.
In the case of divorce or separation, Alcuin Montessori School requires both parents to file an application for financial assistance. Alcuin Montessori School is not bound by any divorce agreement specifying a parent’s responsibility for educational expenses.
Auxiliary fees (entrance/facility fee, time card service, activity fees, service charges, etc.) are not part of the award.
Financial aid is awarded by the year and award amounts vary from year to year. You must apply for each school year you want to be considered for financial aid. In an effort to make the process fair to all, Alcuin Montessori School considers the following when making award decisions:
Both parents are expected to contribute to tuition. If a parent chooses not to work, Alcuin Montessori School imputes an annual income for a non-working parent.
In the case of divorce or separation, Alcuin Montessori School requires both parents to file an application for financial assistance. Alcuin Montessori School is not bound by any divorce agreement specifying a parent’s responsibility for educational expenses.
Auxiliary fees (entrance/facility fee, time card service, activity fees, service charges, etc.) are not part of the award.
