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Stages Pre-School, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
The Post Oak School is an independent Montessori school in Houston, Texas, serving 480 students from 14 months through Grade 12 across two campuses. The school offers IB Diploma options, internships, and mini-course intensives, with 43% student diversity and families from 66 countries.
4600 Bissonnet Street, Bellaire, TX 77401
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The Essentials
The Post Oak School has 482 pupils, typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.
Location
The Post Oak School operates across two campuses: the Bissonnet Campus at 4600 Bissonnet Street in Bellaire for Early Childhood through Elementary, and the Museum District Campus at 1010 Autrey Street in Houston for Middle and High School.
Stages
The school serves Young Children's Community (14-36 months), Primary (3-6 years), Elementary (Grades 1-6), Middle School (Grades 7-8), and High School (Grades 9-12).
Type
The Post Oak School is an independent co-educational Montessori school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
43% of the student population is diverse, with families representing 66 countries. 16% of families receive financial aid.
Academics
The Post Oak School teaches Montessori, International Baccalaureate for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the Montessori method emphasising self-directed learning and hands-on exploration. The programme includes IB Diploma options, seminars, internships, and mini-course intensives for older students.
Parent Experience
History
The Post Oak School has grown into a Montessori community spanning two Houston campuses and serving students from toddler through high school.
Community
The school describes itself as a diverse and welcoming Montessori community guiding lifelong learners to create their own bold pathways. Families represent 66 countries.
Facilities
Facilities Overview
Two campuses serve different age groups: the Bissonnet Campus for younger students and the Museum District Campus for middle and high school.
Sports Facilities
Athletics are available.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Academic & Intellectual
60 high school internship locations provide real-world learning. Seminars and mini-course intensives supplement academics.
Arts & Creative
Enrichment programmes are available.
Cultural & Language
Global learning through local, domestic, and international field schools and travel.
Social & Hobbies
Clubs and organisations are available.
Community & Service
Middle school students complete 1,725 service hours annually.
Leadership & Professional
60 internship locations develop professional skills.
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Summer school is available.
Admissions
Admissions
The school enrolls 480 students across two campuses.
Scholarships
16% of families receive financial aid.
School Events
The school has not added events
FAQs
Where are The Post Oak School campuses located?
The school operates across two campuses: the Bissonnet Campus at 4600 Bissonnet Street in Bellaire for Early Childhood through Elementary, and the Museum District Campus at 1010 Autrey Street in Houston for Middle and High School.
What ages does The Post Oak School serve?
The school serves students from 14 months through Grade 12, with levels including Young Children's Community (14–36 months), Primary (3–6 years), Elementary (Grades 1–6), Middle School (Grades 7–8), and High School (Grades 9–12).
What curriculum does The Post Oak School follow?
The school follows the Montessori method, emphasizing self-directed learning and hands-on exploration, and offers IB Diploma options along with seminars, internships, and mini-course intensives for older students.
How many students attend The Post Oak School?
The school has a total pupil population of 482 students across its two campuses.
Does The Post Oak School offer financial aid?
Yes. Sixteen percent of families receive financial aid.
How does the Montessori approach work at the school?
The Montessori programme emphasizes self-directed learning, hands-on materials, and individualized pacing so students explore concepts actively and take ownership of their learning pathways.
Does The Post Oak School offer the IB Diploma or other upper-school programmes?
Yes. The programme includes IB Diploma options as well as seminars, mini-course intensives, and internship opportunities for older students.
Are internships available for high school students?
Yes. There are 60 high school internship locations that provide real-world learning and professional-skill development.
Which campus would my child attend based on age?
Younger students attend the Bissonnet Campus (Early Childhood through Elementary) at 4600 Bissonnet Street in Bellaire, while Middle and High School students attend the Museum District Campus at 1010 Autrey Street in Houston.
Does the school have athletics or sports programmes?
Yes. Athletics are available for students as part of the school's programme offerings.
What kinds of extracurricular activities and clubs are offered?
The school offers clubs and organisations, arts enrichment programmes, and other extracurricular opportunities to supplement classroom learning.
What opportunities exist for experiential and global learning?
Students benefit from local, domestic, and international field schools and travel, as well as seminars, mini-course intensives, and 60 internship locations for hands-on, real-world experience.
How much community service do students complete?
Middle school students complete 1,725 service hours annually as part of the school's community-service engagement.
Does The Post Oak School run a summer programme?
Yes. Summer school is available as part of the school's programme offerings.
Is The Post Oak School co-educational?
Yes. The Post Oak School is an independent co-educational Montessori school.
How diverse is the student body at The Post Oak School?
The student population is 43% diverse, and families represent 66 countries.
What is the school community like?
The Post Oak School describes itself as a diverse and welcoming Montessori community that guides lifelong learners to create their own pathways across two Houston campuses.
How did The Post Oak School develop into its current structure?
The school has grown into a Montessori community spanning two Houston campuses, serving students from toddler through high school.
How many countries are represented by families at the school?
Families at the school represent 66 countries.
What kinds of arts or enrichment programmes are available?
Enrichment programmes in the arts are available to students to supplement academic learning and support creative development.