If you reside in the greater Huntsville or Madison area, your child may be eligible to receive $7,000 per year through an Education Savings Account (ESA) to cover childcare tuition costs at our kindergarten or Elementary program. Learn more…
Enroll Your Child at Peridot Montessori – Madison, Alabama
You have done your research. You know what a genuine Montessori education can do for a child. Now it is time to take the next step.
Peridot Montessori accepts applications to our Elementary program (ages 6 -12) Kindergarten, primary, and toddler programs. Spaces are intentionally limited – our small class sizes are one of the things that make Peridot special – so we encourage families to reach out early.
Alabama CHOOSE Act: Up to $7,000 Toward Your Child's Tuition
If you reside in the greater Huntsville or Madison area, your child may be eligible for up to $7,000 per school year through Alabama’s CHOOSE Act Education Savings Account (ESA) — applied directly toward tuition at Peridot Montessori’s Kindergarten or Elementary program.
This is not a loan. It is not a scholarship you compete for. It is a state-funded ESA that many Alabama families with school-age children can qualify for. For families who have considered a private Montessori school but worried about cost, the CHOOSE Act changes the picture entirely.
Our admissions team will help you understand whether your child qualifies and ensure you take full advantage of the funding available to you. If you have questions about CHOOSE Act Montessori eligibility in Alabama, we are your first call.
How to Enroll at Peridot Montessori: Step-by-Step
We have made the admissions process at our Madison campus simple and straightforward
for families across Madison and the greater Huntsville area.
Step 1 - Contact Us to Schedule a Tour
Email us at [email protected] or use the contact form on the website to request a visit. Seeing our Elementary, Primary, or Toddler classrooms in action is the most important first step – Peridot is a school best understood by experiencing it.
Step 2 - Take a School Tour
Visit our Madison campus, meet our teachers, and see how a Montessori Elementary day unfolds. Our team will answer your questions about the program, tuition, and CHOOSE Act ESA funding options, if you are interested in our kindergarten or Elementary program.
Step 3 - Initial Interview
Schedule an interview with the School Director or the relevant program director. This conversation helps us understand your child and your family’s goals, and gives you the opportunity to ask anything that matters to you.
Step 4 - Elementary Observation Visit
(Elementary program) Prospective Elementary students are invited to spend time in the classroom environment. This gives your child a genuine feel for Peridot — and gives our teachers the opportunity to meet your child in a natural context. If your child needs more time before they are ready, we will place them on our waiting list and schedule a follow-up visit.
Step 5 - Enrollment & CHOOSE Act ESA Funding
Once accepted, we will guide you through enrollment paperwork. If you plan to use CHOOSE Act ESA funds to cover tuition at our Kindergarten or Elementary program, our team will walk you through the ClassWallet process step by step. We want the financial side of enrollment to be as smooth as everything else.
Tuition & Financial Options
Peridot Montessori’s tuition reflects the real cost of delivering an authentic, AMS-accredited Montessori education with small class sizes and credentialed teachers. We believe in transparency – please contact our admissions office for current tuition rates and a full breakdown of fees.
For many Madison and Huntsville families, Alabama’s CHOOSE Act ESA significantly reduces the net cost of enrollment. We are committed to making Montessori education accessible to as many families as possible and are happy to discuss all available financial options during your admissions consultation.
Is Peridot Montessori the Right School for Your Child?
Peridot Montessori is the best private school fit for families who value independence, depth of learning, and a school environment that genuinely knows each child. Our students tend to thrive when they are:
- Curious, self-directed learners who benefit from meaningful choices in their work
- Children who do better in smaller, calmer environments than in large classroom settings
- Students whose current school feels too fast, too slow, or simply not the right fit
- Families who want an active partnership with their child’s teachers
- Children transitioning from another Montessori school and looking for continuity of the method
If you are searching for the best private school for children in Madison, Alabama — one where academic excellence and genuine child development go hand in hand — Peridot Montessori is ready to welcome your family.