Annual Tuition Rates

2026-2027

(this applies to the academic school year only - summer/winter/spring breaks are separate)

Montessori School of Yakima

Admissions

Everything families need in one place — admissions steps, tuition information, tuition support options, current enrollment updates, and the waitlist application.

Join the Waitlist Tuition Details

Current Enrollment Update

Primary Program

We are currently enrolling students into our Primary program from families who joined our waitlist in January of 2026.

Toddler Program

We are currently enrolling students into our Toddler program from families who joined our waitlist in March of 2026.

Admission Process

Guide families clearly through the next steps, from joining the waitlist to completing enrollment.

Join the Waitlist

Submit the waitlist form so the admissions team can review your interest and contact details.

Connect With MSY

Families are contacted as openings become available based on program fit and waitlist timing.

Tour or Conversation

Meet with the school, ask questions, and review what program placement may look like for your child.

Complete Enrollment

Finalize forms, registration, and deposit details once a space is offered.

Tuition Info

A quick overview of academic year tuition, registration, supply fees, and payment structure.

Toddler Full Day Ages 15 Mos. – 3

Open from 7:30 – 5:30

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $11,660
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $12,410

Primary Half Day Ages 3 – 5

8:30 – 11:45

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $5,724
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $6,474

Primary Full Day Ages 3 – 6

8:30 – 2:45

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,014
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,764

Elementary Ages 6 – 12

8:15 – 3:00

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,300
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $9,050

Secondary Ages 12 – 14

8:15 – 3:00

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,873
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $9,623

Non-Refundable Registration Fee

$125

Supply Fees

Annual supply fee for Toddler / Primary / Elementary: $200
Annual supply fee for Secondary: $275

Tuition Information

Tuition is offered in two tiers: with or without fundraising/volunteer requirements. Fundraising/volunteer requirements are 15 hours per year: 10 hours of fundraising and 5 hours of other volunteer time.
A non-refundable deposit of 5% of total tuition will be billed on July 15 and is due August 1. This will be deducted from your total annual tuition.
Monthly payments are spread out over 10 months: September through June.

Applying for Tuition Assistance or WCCC

Families can review both state subsidy support and school-based tuition assistance options.

State Subsidy Program

We accept payments through Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) for qualifying families with children ages 12 months to 5 years. Additional funding may be available for before and after-school care for ages 5–12.

View WCCC Brochure

MSY Tuition Assistance Fund

Current families and families on the waitlist who have spoken with the Director about a spot for their child may apply. Families should first confirm they are not eligible for WCCC before applying for tuition support through FAST.

Start FAST Application

2026–27 Fundraising Plan

Use this section to explain the annual fundraising and volunteer expectations, important dates, or link out to a detailed plan document that can be updated each year.

View Fundraising Plan

Join the Waitlist

Ready to take the next step? Families can join the waitlist and will be contacted as openings become available.

Open Waitlist Application

Montessori School of Yakima

Admissions

Everything families need in one place — admissions steps, tuition information, tuition support options, current enrollment updates, and the waitlist application.

Join the Waitlist Tuition Details

Current Enrollment Update

Primary Program

We are currently enrolling students into our Primary program from families who joined our waitlist in 2023.

Toddler Program

We are currently enrolling students into our Toddler program from families who joined our waitlist in 2024..

Admission Process

Guide families clearly through the next steps, from joining the waitlist to completing enrollment.

Join the Waitlist

Submit the waitlist form so the admissions team can review your interest and contact details.

Connect With MSY

Families are contacted as openings become available based on program fit and waitlist timing.

Tour or Conversation

Meet with the school, ask questions, and review what program placement may look like for your child.

Complete Enrollment

Finalize forms, registration, and deposit details once a space is offered.

Tuition Info

A quick overview of academic year tuition, registration, supply fees, and payment structure.

Toddler Full Day Ages 15 Mos. – 3

Open from 7:30 – 5:30

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $11,660
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $12,410

Primary Half Day Ages 3 – 5

8:30 – 11:45

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $5,724
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $6,474

Primary Full Day Ages 3 – 6

8:30 – 2:45

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,014
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,764

Elementary Ages 6 – 12

8:15 – 3:00

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,300
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $9,050

Secondary Ages 12 – 14

8:15 – 3:00

Tuition with fundraising/volunteer commitment: $8,873
Tuition without fundraising/volunteer commitment: $9,623

Non-Refundable Registration Fee

$125

Supply Fees

Annual supply fee for Toddler / Primary / Elementary: $200
Annual supply fee for Secondary: $275

Tuition Information

Tuition is offered in two tiers: with or without fundraising/volunteer requirements. Fundraising/volunteer requirements are 15 hours per year: 10 hours of fundraising and 5 hours of other volunteer time.
A non-refundable deposit of 5% of total tuition will be billed on July 15 and is due August 1. This will be deducted from your total annual tuition.
Monthly payments are spread out over 10 months: September through June.

Applying for Tuition Assistance or WCCC

Families can review both state subsidy support and school-based tuition assistance options.

State Subsidy Program

View WCCC Brochure

MSY Tuition Assistance Fund

Start FAST Application

2026–27 Fundraising Plan

Use this section to explain the annual fundraising and volunteer expectations, important dates, or link out to a detailed plan document that can be updated each year.

View Fundraising Plan

Join the Waitlist

Ready to take the next step? Families can join the waitlist and will be contacted as openings become available.

Open Waitlist Application

Toddler Full Day Ages 15 mos. - 3

Open from 7:30 - 5:30

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $11,660

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $12,410

Toddler Full Day Ages 15 mos. - 3

Open from 7:30 - 5:30

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $11,660

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $12,410

Toddler Full Day Ages 15 mos. - 3

Open from 7:30 - 5:30

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $11,660

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $12,410

Primary Half Day Ages 3 - 5

8:30 - 11:45

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $5,724

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $6,474

Primary Half Day Ages 3 - 5

8:30 - 11:45

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $5,724

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $6,474

Primary Half Day Ages 3 - 5

8:30 - 11:45

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $5,724

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $6,474

Primary Full Day Ages 3 - 6

8:30 - 2:45

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,014

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $8,764

Primary Full Day Ages 3 - 6

8:30 - 2:45

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,014

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $8,764

Primary Full Day Ages 3 - 6

8:30 - 2:45

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,014

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $8,764

Elementary Ages 6 - 12

8:15 - 3:00

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,300

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $9,050

Elementary Ages 6 - 12

8:15 - 3:00

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,300

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $9,050

Elementary Ages 6 - 12

8:15 - 3:00

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,300

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $9,050

Secondary Ages 12 - 14

8:15 - 3:00

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,873

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $9,623

Secondary Ages 12 - 14

8:15 - 3:00

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,873

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $9,623

Secondary Ages 12 - 14

8:15 - 3:00

Tuition with Fundraising Volunteer Commitment: $8,873

Tuition without Fundraising/Volunteer Commitment: $9,623

Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $125

Supply Fees

Annual Supply Fee for Toddler/Primary/Elementary: $200

Annual Supply Fee for Secondary: $275

Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $125

Supply Fees

Annual Supply Fee for Toddler/Primary/Elementary: $200

Annual Supply Fee for Secondary: $275

Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $125

Supply Fees

Annual Supply Fee for Toddler/Primary/Elementary: $200

Annual Supply Fee for Secondary: $275

Tuition Information

Tuition is offered in two tiers: with or without fundraising/volunteer requirements. *Fundraising/Volunteer Requirements: 15 hours/year (10 hour of fundrasing, 5 hours of other)

A non-refundable deposit of 5% of your total tution will be billed on July 15th and is due August 1st. This will be deducted from your total annual tution.

Monthly payments are spread out over 10 months: September through June.

Tuition Information

Tuition is offered in two tiers: with or without fundraising/volunteer requirements. *Fundraising/Volunteer Requirements: 15 hours/year (10 hour of fundrasing, 5 hours of other)

A non-refundable deposit of 5% of your total tution will be billed on July 15th and is due August 1st. This will be deducted from your total annual tution.

Monthly payments are spread out over 10 months: September through June.

Tuition Information

Tuition is offered in two tiers: with or without fundraising/volunteer requirements. *Fundraising/Volunteer Requirements: 15 hours/year (10 hour of fundrasing, 5 hours of other)

A non-refundable deposit of 5% of your total tution will be billed on July 15th and is due August 1st. This will be deducted from your total annual tution.

Monthly payments are spread out over 10 months: September through June.

Early Morning Care & After School Care

Early Morning Care

Ages 3-12

7:30-8:30 $7.00 hr

After School Care

Ages 3-12

2:45-5:30 $7.00 hr

Drop in

$8.00 hr

Tuition Support

1. State Subsidy Program

We now accept payments through Working Connections Child Care (WCCC) for qualifying families with children ages 12 months to 5 years.
Additional funding is available for before and after-school care for ages 5–12.
Access informational brochure with income thresholds and instructions here: WCCC Brochure