Private School in Chatham, North Carolina

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Updated October 31, 2026

Willow Oak Montessori

Private School

Pittsboro, NC

Willow Oak Montessori combines a private Montessori Children’s House for ages 3–4 with a tuition-free K–8 public charter school on a 17-acre campus.

  • Families seeking Montessori education from age 3 through 8th grade
  • Students who benefit from mixed-age classrooms and individualized work plans
  • Families seeking daily outdoor learning on a 17-acre campus

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FAQ

Is Willow Oak Montessori tuition-free?

Its K–8 public charter school is tuition-free for North Carolina students. The Montessori Children’s House preschool is private, and no tuition amount is provided here.

What should families look for in a Montessori school?

Ask about classroom age ranges, individualized work plans, teacher Montessori training, outdoor learning, and how the program continues across grade levels. Willow Oak lists mixed-age classrooms, 20 Montessori-trained faculty members, and outdoor learning spaces.

How does admission work for Willow Oak Montessori?

Admission to the K–8 public charter school is lottery-based rather than guaranteed. Families seeking a traditional non-Montessori model or schooling beyond 8th grade should look elsewhere.