Open Enrollment
OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD for 2026-2027 School Year
Cornerstone's open enrollment period for the 2026-2027 school year is February 1 to March 31, 2026. To be eligible for kindergarten your child must be 5 years old by September 1, 2026. Children turning 5 years between September 2 and December 31 may be eligible for early acceptance to Kindergarten. See the Enrollment Process page for more information.
Application Forms received by March 31, 2026 for children entering grades K-6 will be eligible for the lottery to be held on April 13, 2026.
CMES 2026-27 Enrollment Applications will be available here on February 1, 2026.
Non-Discrimination Statement: No child may or will be denied admission to Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School on the basis of gender, religion, ethnicity, or intellectual or physical ability. Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School is a tuition-free school. Students from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR
MID-YEAR ENROLLMENT for the CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR
A few spaces are available in the K-6 program at Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School for the current 2025-26 school year. If you are interested in learning more about the program and possible openings for your child please call 651-774-5000 for more information or submit the Enrollment Application for consideration.
For a copy of the CMES 2025-26 Enrollment Application Form click for ENGLISH or SPANISH. Download the form to your device, complete and save the document, then attach it to an email and send to enroll@cornerstone-elementary.org. You may also print the application form, complete the paper copy and mail to CMES.
CMES School Tour
Enjoy a tour of Cornerstone Montessori Elementary School's campus. If you are interested in visiting Cornerstone please call 651-774-5000 for more information or to schedule an in-person tour.