New Families
Welcome to Montgomery School! We are excited to help you begin planning for the fall and look forward to working with you and your child for years to come. This New Families page is a great place to get started as you transition to Montgomery School.
New Family Checklist
- Complete School Forms
- Complete District Bussing Forms
- School Uniform
- School Supplies
- Summer Reading
- Math Skills Work
Complete School Forms
- School Forms due by Thursday, August 28rd (applies to all grades)
We will send communication when these forms are available to complete via the Finalsite Enrollment Portal. At that time you will be asked to complete a Before/After School Care form, Responsible Use of Technology Form and more.
- Medical Forms due by Monday, August 25th (applies to all grades)
All health forms can be completed via the Magnus Health Portal accessed by logging into your Veracross Parent Portal. Please be aware that students must have a physical dated after 7/1/24 to begin school. If your child has not had a recent physical, please schedule an appointment soon.
- Records Release Form (applies to students entering 1st - 8th grades)
Please sign and submit this form to the school your child/ren attended this school year (2024-2025).
Complete District Bussing Forms
- District Bussing Forms must be completed for students entering grades K-8, even if you are not planning to utilize bussing from your district.
- Please contact your public school district's transportation department - all districts require an ACT 372 Form for students riding the bus to be completed by the parent/guardian. Visit the Transportation page on our website for details and to access the forms.
School Uniform
- Applies to students entering K - 8th. Playhouse and PreK students do not wear a school uniform.
- Montgomery School utilizes LandsEnd as our uniform vendor.
- "The Rack" is located on campus and sells gently used uniforms for sale at a discount price. Parents may donate and purchase gently worn uniform items throughout the year through The Rack. To access “The Rack” simply check-in at the Farmhouse during school hours and our receptionist will show you to “The Rack” which accepts cash, checks and electronic payment. You're welcome to come shop during our summer hours which are M-Th 9AM - 3PM and Friday 9AM - 12:30PM.
- Spirit Wear (non-uniform apparel) for kids and adults can be purchased online at Montgomery's Sideline Store.
- Visit our Uniform page for all necessary details.
School Supplies
Summer Reading
Math Skills Work
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FAQS
- School Day Basics
- Uniform Basics
- Before/After School Care & Transporation
- General Parent Procedural Questions
- Communications
- Getting Involved
School Day Basics
Hours of School Day, Chapel Schedule, Lunch Program, etc.
- What are the school day hours?
Half Day Playhouse and PreK 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM (Mon. – Fri.)
Full Day Playhouse and PreK 8:30 AM – 3:15 PM (Mon. – Fri.)
Kindergarten and Grades 1 - 4 8:30 AM – 3:15 PM (Mon. – Fri.)
Grades 5, 6, 7, 8 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM (& 3:15 on Fri.)
- How can I learn more about Early Morning Care, Afternoon Care, and the Enrichment Program?
Information can be found under the FAQ section, on the Before/Afterschool Care page & Transportation. For questions, contact Carolyn Blair at 610-827-7222 x227 or cblair@montgomeryschool.org.
- What are the Chapel schedules?
Middle School (5th - 8th) - Tuesdays @ 8:30 AM
Lower School* - Wednesdays @ 8:30 AM
LS & MS - Fridays @ 8:30 AM
*PreK students attend only Lower School Chapel periodically.
Parents are always welcome to attend Chapel programs in Bell Hall. Special seating in the back of Bell Hall is reserved for parents and guests.
- Do I have to check in when I visit campus?
Yes, please stop in the Farmhouse and sign in at the front desk to check in.
- Are lunch and snacks provided by the school?
Tuition covers a daily school lunch for Kindergarten - Grade 8 and a daily snack for all grades. The monthly lunch menu is available on the website under “Quicklinks." A hot meal is provided every day, in addition to the salad and sandwich bar. The school and the food service are quite flexible regarding specific dietary needs. Please contact the school nurse at 610-827-7222 x218 with any concerns regarding your child’s diet.
Uniform Basics
How to Purchase, PreK Attire, Gym Attire, "The Rack", etc.
- How do I order the uniform for my child who is entering K - 8th Grade?
The Montgomery School uniform policy and Lands’ End ordering information can be found under our uniform policy here. Use Montgomery School’s uniform number (900061250) to help determine what items are available for your child’s grade when ordering uniforms from landsend.com.
The fall/spring uniform is worn from the start of school until approximately October 31st (depending on weather). The winter uniform is then worn from November 1st until Spring Break. Following Spring Break, students once again wear the fall/spring uniform. Please note that in extreme weather, the Division Heads may make adjustments to the uniform.
- Can I purchase pre-worn uniform items at a discount? When can I shop at “The Rack”? How can I donate clothes back to "The Rack"?
Yes! "The Rack" is our on-campus uniform resale shop, operated by the Parent Association. All proceeds throughout the year go directly toward supporting Teacher Appreciation efforts!
To visit The Rack during school hours (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM during the school year; 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Monday–Thursday and 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Fridays during the summer), simply check in at the Farmhouse. Our receptionist will be happy to direct you.
The Rack accepts cash, checks, and electronic payments via Square. To donate gently used uniform items, feel free to drop them off at the Farmhouse at any time.
- What is appropriate Playhouse and PreK attire?
A uniform is not required for our Playhouse and PreK. Children should dress in comfortable clothing that will encounter paint, play dough, outdoor play, etc. Footwear for should be sturdy shoes or sneakers. Flip-flops and open-toed sandals are not appropriate footwear.
- What do the students wear during Phys. Ed?
Students in Kindergarten through Grade 4 will wear their regular uniform. Students in Grades 5 through 8 wear mesh shorts and a t-shirt with a Montgomery logo on it. These items are available through Lands' End (as well as "The Rack").
- Where can I purchase Montgomery Spirit Wear (non-uniform apparel) for me and my kids? Montgomery's Sideline Store
Before/After School Care & Transporation
Available Hours, Drop Off Procedures, etc.
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Who do I contact if I have questions about transportation and busing?
Information can be found on our before and after-school care page. Please contact Wendy Walton at 610-827-7222 x216 or wwalton@montgomeryschool.org.
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When I drive my child to school, what are the guidelines for morning drop-off?
Morning car line runs from 8:10–8:25 AM behind the Schoolhouse, near the statue. Staff greeters assist children out of cars. Students must be dropped off by 8:25 AM to ensure they're on time for their first class.If arriving before 8:10 AM, walk your Lower School child into the gym for the Early Morning Program (starts at 7:30 AM).
Important reminders:
Form a single car line and have children exit from the passenger side.
Playhouse & PreK drop-off is at the third sidewalk outside their classrooms.
Late arrivals (after 8:25 AM) please park at the Farmhouse, check in with the receptionist, and walk children in.
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When I pick my child up from school, what are the guidelines?
Dismissal happens via care line on the inner loop of campus. Please stay in your vehicle, display your school provided dashboard name car, and wait for a teacher to assist your child into the car. Please do not pass other vehicles or buses—safety is our top priority.
Playhouse & PreK dismissal parents should exit the car at the classroom door, wait on the passenger side, and your child will be brought to you. Students not picked up by 3:30 PM will be sent to Montgomery Afternoons.
Lower School students are dismissed from behind the Schoolhouse. Students not picked up by 3:30 PM will be sent to Montgomery Afternoons.
Middle School (4:15 PM) students are dismissed from the grassy area near the gym.
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How can I learn more about Early Morning Care and Afternoon Care (as well as the Enrichment Program)?
Information can be found in our before and after school page. For questions, contact Carolyn Blair at 610-827-7222 x227 or cblair@montgomeryschool.org.
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What should my child do if he/she arrives early to school?
Children from PreK through Grade 8 may arrive for planned supervised “Early Morning Care” beginning at 7:30 AM. An adult should bring them directly to the gym where care will be provided. For Grades PreK through Grade 4, a staff member will escort the children to their classrooms at 8:10 AM.Students in Grades 5 through 8 can walk to Advisory at 8:00 AM. In addition, at 8:00 AM Middle School Students can stop by the Dining Room for a morning snack on the way to their Advisory.
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What is Middle School Advisory?
Each student is assigned a faculty advisor who meets daily with their advisory group. Advisors support students academically and personally, act as a liaison between home and school, and help monitor progress, involvement, and well-being. Advisory is where Middle School students report in the morning at arrival as well as at the end of the school day before dismissal.
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Please tell me about “Afternoons,” Montgomery’s after school program.
As a convenience to parents of students at Montgomery, we provide an after-school-hours program, which operates from 3:15 – 6:00 PM (5:30 PM on Fridays) for Playhouse/PreK through 8th Grade students. At dismissal, students participating in Afternoons will go to the Dining Room and have a snack. The program continues with supervision of homework, creative activities, and indoor and outdoor play. Children are supervised in an atmosphere that fosters involvement and creative expression. Find additional information on the pricing and structure of our program on our dedicated page.
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What is OT (Overtime) Sports?
OT Sports, short for Overtime Sports, is offered to our PreK - 4th Grade students throughout the year. Please find information about OT Sports HERE. OT Sports offerings are communicated through Schoolhouse News emails.
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Who do I call for questions about Middle School Athletics or OT Sports?
Please find information about our sports offering here. Please contact Carolyn Blair at 610-827-7222 x227 or cblair@montgomeryschool.org with any questions.
General Parent Procedural Questions
Late to School, Dismissal Change, etc.
- How do I report an absence, late arrival, or early dismissal? Leading up to the school year, you will receive access to a program called Pick Up Patrol (PUP). Use PUP to report absences by 8:45 a.m., including the reason. Absences, late arrivals, and early dismissals can be entered in advance. For same-day changes, enter them in PUP as soon as possible. If your child will return after an early dismissal, update their end-of-day plan in PUP as well. If you are dropping your child off late or picking your child up early your child is to be dropped off or picked up in the Farmhouse lobby.
- How do I change my child’s dismissal plan for the day?
We use PickUp Patrol (PUP) for all dismissal changes. The link to this program is located on our website under Quicklinks. Parents can enter changes from a phone or computer anytime before 2:00 p.m. (11:00 a.m. for Playhouse). Be sure to log all days your child is staying for sports games, enrichment classes, or other after-school programs—otherwise, they’ll follow their default dismissal plan. For questions, contact Wendy Walton at 610-827-7222 x216 or wwalton@montgomeryschool.org.
- Who do I contact with tuition, billing, or payment questions?
Please contact accounting@montgomeryschool.org. FACTs is our online tuition payment system.
- How do I log in to the parent portal on Montgomery’s website?
You will receive your login information from Montgomery School prior to the start of the school year. The Parent Portal link can be found on our website under “myMontgomery” and provides you access to our parent, student and faculty directories. For questions, please contact the Assistant to the Head of School at 610-827-7222 x217.
- We’ve moved. How do I change my address with the school? Please contact the Assistant to the Head of School at 610-827-7222 x217 or headsoffice@montgomeryschool.org.
Communications
Weekly Emails, School Closings Alerts, etc.
- Tell me about the weekly newsletter, Schoolhouse News.
Schoolhouse News is sent by e-mail to every family at 11:00 AM on Sunday mornings throughout the school year. This is a great source of information, as it will convey to you details about upcoming events, important updates and reminders. Also you can visit our Schoolhouse News, under the “Quicklinks” tab on our website.
- What other communications can I expect?
You will receive class specific, monthly emails from your Homeroom/Grade Parent.
- How are we notified about school closings?
We use a system called Ruvna. You will receive a text message and the closing will be listed as a popup on our website.
- When can I expect access to your online learning platform called Veracross?
You’ll receive an email toward the end of the summer with instructions to set up your login. This platform will give you access to the school calendar, class schedules, course syllabi, grades, and the parent/student directory.
Getting Involved
Parent Association, Clearances, etc.
- Does Montgomery School have a Parent Association?
Yes - we have a Parent Association. The Montgomery School Community Association (MSCA) is run by volunteers and led by elected parent officers who support the School by helping to organize a variety of events and volunteer activities. All parents are encouraged and welcomed to participate. For more information, contact Katie Sillup at 610-827-7222 x226 or ksillup@montgomeryschool.org.
- Do I need clearances to volunteer and chaperone field trips?
Yes - more information about Volunteer Clearances can be found HERE. All clearances should be submitted to the Assistant to the Head of School at headsoffice@montgomeryschool.org.
- What are the different ways I can give back to the Montgomery Community
Whether it is as a donor or volunteer, you can make a difference! Opportunities include but are not limited to: The Montgomery Fund, Gresh Golf Classic, and our Annual Benefit. For more information, contact Brian Simard at 610-601-4347 or bsimard@montgomeryschool.org.