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shoes tied?
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clothing neat?
Wear my mask.
OPEN HOUSE DIRECTORY
AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL
2700 27th Street, NW, Washington, DC
202-387-2700 aidanschool.org
admissions@aidanschool.org 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
After School & Enrichment Activities
9:15-11:00 AM
Aidan Montessori School is a co-ed, independent
private school for children ages 18 months through
grade 6 located in Woodley Park, DC. Founded in
1961, Aidan prepares children to learn confidently,
think independently, and succeed wherever they go.
Open Houses: October 1, November 5,
December 3; Virtual on November 17
BASIS INDEPENDENT MCLEAN
mclean.basisindependent.com mcLean_admissions@
basisIndepedent.com 703-854-1253
8000 Jones Branch Dr., McLean, VA
Grades: Preschool (age 2) - Grade 12 • Year
Founded: 2016 • Coed • Enrollment: 470 • Student-
Teacher Ratio 8:1 • Entrance Exam • Foreign
Languages: Mandarin, Latin, Spanish, and
French beginning in PK1 • Tuition Range: $25,500
- $30,000 • AP Classes • Enrichment Activities •
Sports • Transportation • Extended Day • Summer
Program Students, age 2-grade 12, receive a well-
rounded, liberal arts curriculum with a STEM focus.
THE BETHESDA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
bethesdamontessori.com admissions@bethesdamontessori.com
301-986-1260 7611 Clarendon Road, Bethesda, Md.
Ages: 3-6
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
BMS, established in 1983, is located in the heart
of Bethesda, offering two years of preschool and
a Kindergarten year. Open 8 a.m.-6 p.m., AMI
trained teachers, art, French & computer offered,
and after school activities.
BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL
brooksfieldschool.org sarah@brooksfieldschool.org
703-356-5437 1830 Kirby Road, McLean, Va.
Ages Served: 3-10
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Mindfulness, nutrition, Spanish, dance, music &
art, outdoor adventure program, extracurricular
activities and summer camp.
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY
chesterbrookacademy.com 866-267-5685
26 locations throughout the DMV
Chesterbrook Academy preschools combine
learning experiences and structured play in a fun,
safe and nurturing environment - offering far more
than just child care. Preschool is the first introduc-
tion to a lifetime of learning, a journey that should
start off on the right foot. We help children dis-
cover, explore and learn to their fullest potential.
CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL
congressionalschool.org gherbst@congressionalschool.org
703-533-1064 3229 Sleepy Hollow Road, Falls Church, Va.
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
A co-ed independent day school for infants to
eighth graders in Falls Church, Va.. Congressional
School prepares young learners for future
success, inspiring them to question, collaborate,
create, and lead.
and others and care for the environment around
them. We offer a complete educational and
social environment and utilize the discoveries
and methods of Dr. Montessori to help the child
develop more fully the potential within him. The
school provides a program specially suited to the
needs of the child and offers individual attention
to his whole development.
FEYNMAN SCHOOL
feynmanschool.org admissions@feynmanschool.org
301-770-4211 11810 Falls Road, Potomac, Md.
Grades: Preschool-Grade 8
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
The area’s leader in educating academically-
gifted children, Feynman School features
extraordinary programs in science, math,
language arts, theater and music designed to
maximize your child’s potential.
HUNTER MILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL
preschoolmontessori.com info@huntermillmontessori.com
703-938-7755 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, VA 22124
Tours available by appointment
Hunter Mill Montessori School provides an
intimate and nurturing environment for two years,
nine months to six years old year olds to develop
their independence through the Montessori
experience. We offer a complete educational and
social environment and utilize the discoveries
and methods of Dr. Montessori to help the child
develop more fully the potential within him. The
school provides a program specially suited to the
needs of the child and offers individual attention to
his whole development.
GLENBROOK COOPERATIVE
NURSERY SCHOOL
glenbrookschool.org membership@glenbrookschool.org
301-365-3190; 10010 Fernwood Road
Bethesda, Md.
Hours: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
At Glenbrook, we nurture our children in the early,
formative years so they can define themselves as
individuals. We strive for this through spontaneous
play in a controlled and time structured
environment. We believe that children can feel
secure only when they understand and trust a set
of limits. Their imagination, curiosity, and interests
need time to wander, expand, and develop within
these limits. Cooperative nursery schools are
administered and maintained by the parents,
allowing everyone to grow and learn together. The
special nature of Glenbrook is the close working
relationship between parents and teachers. Our
approach builds a sense of community and
togetherness for parents and children.
GOOSE CREEK PRESERVE
goosecreekmontessori.com info@goosecreekmontessori.com
571-417-3999 42470 Rosalind Street, Ashburn, Va
Tours available by appointment
A brand new Montessori School in the
Broadlands area of Ashburn. All of the
classrooms are spacious with an abundance
of natural lighting. The classrooms open to the
playground with patios allowing children to
freely work inside and outside. Goose Creek
offers a complete educational and social
environment and utilizes the discoveries and
methods of Dr. Montessori to help the child
develop more fully the potential within him.
HOLLY BROOK MONTESSORI SCHOOL
preschoolmontessori.com info@hollybrookmontessori.com
703-573-7800 2455 Gallows Road, Dunn Loring, Va.
Tours available by appointment
Children learn in an intimate and unpretentious
atmosphere, where they respect themselves
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CEDAR LANE
preschoolmontessori.com info@cedarlanemontessori.com
703-560-4379 3035 Cedar Lane, Fairfax, Va.
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Montessori School of Cedar Lane has been
providing over 40 years of Montessori tradition
to Northern Virginia. We offer a complete
educational and social environment and utilize
the discoveries and methods of Dr. Montessori
to help the child develop more fully the potential
within him.
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF MCLEAN
mcleanmontessori.org 703-790-1049
1711 Kirby Road, McLean, Va.
Ages: 2-12
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Preschool and elementary classes. Spanish,
French, science, drama, music, P.E., computer,
art, summer school, transportation available.
NYSMITH SCHOOL FOR THE GIFTED
nysmith.com ebalberde@nysmith.com
703-713-3332 13625 EDS Drive, Herndon, Va.
Ages Served: 3 yrs.-8th Grade
Hours: 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
The award winning Nysmith School for the Gifted
is committed to making school fun. We nurture
your student’s love of learning and help your
child learn to their potential. Our 1:9 ratio allows
us to differentiate the academic program up to 4
grade levels above grade.
ONENESS-FAMILY HIGH SCHOOL
Andrew Kutt
9411 Connecticut Avenue, Kensington, Md
240-426-2614 onenessfamily.org/
admissions@onenessfamily.org 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Serving students from 2
years through grade 12
Virtual Tours for Lower School on Tuesdays
and Fridays at 9:30 AM, and for High School
on Wednesdays at 11:00 AM
For 30 years, Oneness-Family School’s award
winning Montessori program has served
families of students 2 years thru grade 12. OFS
features highly trained, supportive teachers
and a diverse, engaged parent community. We
create a collaborative learning environment
where everyone feels successful. We foster
students who are prepared to lead and
succeed in a changing, challenging world
by balancing college prep academics with a
focus on well-being and shared values such as
empathy, inclusion and equity. This September
2021, Oneness-Family School will launch its
new high school Results Leadership and Global
Studies program.
PAYYOURNANNY.COM payyournanny.com
byudd@payyournanny.com 703-819-9796
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PINECREST SCHOOL
pinecrestschool.org admissions@pinecrestschool.org
703-354-3446 Ages: 3-12
7209 Quiet Cove, Alexandria, Va.
Hours: 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Please email for more information!
Pinecrest School is a fully accredited progressive
school offering small class sizes, hands on
curriculum, individualized approach, and a
focus on a balance of academics and social
and emotional well being. Offers preschool-6th,
summer camp and before/after care.
SPRING BILINGUAL MONTESSORI ACADEMY
spring-bilingual.org 301-962-7262
3514 Plyers Mill Road, Kensington, Md.
Ages: 2-6; Hours: 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Montessori preschool with Foreign
Language programs.
WESTMINSTER SCHOOL
westminsterschool.com admissions@westminsterschool.com
703-256-3620 Preschool (3 and 4-year-olds) - Grade 8
3819 Gallows Road, Annandale, Va.
Open House: Call to schedule a tour.
Westminster School provides a unique
Preschool-Middle School education based on
a classical curriculum; accelerated academics
enhanced by the arts; and an emphasis on
personal responsibility and good character.
Students enjoy small classes taught by teachers
who specialize in their field. n
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