emotional, physical and social
development. Open House Dates:
Oct. 22, 9:15 a.m.; Nov. 8, 1 p.m.;
Dec. 8, 9:15 a.m.

The Bethesda
Montessori School
www.bethesdamontessori.com 301-986-1260
7611 Clarendon Rd.

Bethesda, MD
Ages: 3 - 6
British international
school of
washington www.biswashington.org
admissions@biswashington.org 202-829-3700
2001 Wisconsin Ave., NW
Washington, D.C.

Ages: 2 - 18 (IB Diploma)
Hours of Operation: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

At British International School of
Washington, our individualized
learning plans and experienced
teachers help guide each student
to a successful future through
challenging international
curricula and inspirational
learning experiences, both inside
the classroom and around the
world. Open House Dates:
2015: Nov. 11
Brooksfield School
www.brooksfieldschool.org brksfield@aol.com
703-356-KIDS 1830 Kirby Rd.

McLean, VA
Ages: 3 - 9
Grades: Pre-K - 5th
A unique Pre-K-5th Eco-Friendly,
Montessori School idyllically
situated on 5 secluded acres in
McLean, VA.

browne academy
www.browneacademy.org admission@browneacademy.org
703-960-3000 ext. 1001
5917 Telegraph Rd.

Alexandria, VA
Ages: 3 - Grade 8
Tutoring Services: Grades 5 - 8
Preschool: 3+
Hours of Operation: Monday -
Friday, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Activities: Tae Kwon Do, Pottery,
Zumba, Soccer, Dance, Engineering,
Music Lessons
Celebrating 75 years, Browne
Academy is a diverse
independent day school
committed to developing
the whole child through
extraordinary teaching,
exceptional academic programs,
and a nurturing community.

Browne Academy embraces
the core values of excellence,
diversity, character and
community. Open House Dates:
2015: Oct. 15, Nov. 11
2016: Jan. 12
Burgundy Farm
Country Day School
www.burgundyfarm.org info@burgundyfarm.org
703-960-3431 3700 Burgundy Rd.

Alexandria, VA
Grades: JK - Grade 8
Activities: Drums, Chess,
Yoga, Pottery, Tae Kwon Do,
Mad Science, Art, Barnyard
Activities, Sports, Destination
Imagination and Model UN.

Burgundy provides an inclusive,
creative, nurturing environment
that engages the whole child.

Our innovative, hands-on
approach to education cultivates
independent thinking, promotes
academic excellence, instills
respect for diversity and teaches
responsibility. Open House Dates:
2015: Oct. 9, 9 - 11 a.m.; Nov. 11,
9 - 11 a.m.; Dec. 5, 2 - 4 p.m.

2016: Jan. 10, 2 - 4 p.m.

charles E. Smith
Jewish day school
www.cesjds.org cesjds@cesjds.org
301-881-1400 1901 E. Jefferson St.,
Rockville, MD (Lower School)
11710 Hunters Ln.

Rockville, MD (Upper School)
Junior K Ages: 4
K Ages: 5
Ages: 4 - 18
Hours of Operation: 8:15 a.m. - 3:15
p.m. (Lower School); 8:00 a.m. - 3:45
p.m. (Upper School)
Activities: Athletics (Grade 6 - 12),
Dance, Yoga, Lego Robotics, Art,
World Languages
CESJDS is the largest JK-12
independent Jewish day school
in North America. In grades
JK-5, we foster an environment
where children feel safe, loved
and challenged. Our faculty
works hard to instill feelings of
self-worth and self-confidence
in each child. In Middle School
(grades 6-8) and High School
(grades 9-12), rigorous study
in the classroom is infused
with creativity and relevance,
while activities outside the
classroom are characterized
by hands-on engagement. Our
mission is to engage students
in an outstanding and inspiring
general and Judaic education.

Open House Dates:
2015: Nov. 1 (Grade Junior-K - 5);
Nov. 11 (Grade 6 - 12)
chevy chase united
methodist preschool
www.ccumcpreschool.org lbailey@chevychaseumc.org
7001 Connecticut Ave.,
Chevy Chase, MD
Ages: 2 - 4
As a school community within
a Christian community, we
are committed to nurturing
children to develop into the
fullness of their potential and to
increase their awareness of and
compassion for the world around
them. classical
conversations www.classicalconversations.com
nova@classicalconversations.com Ages: Pre-K - Grade 12
Classical Conversations supports
homeschooling parents by
teaching the classical model
of education with a Christian
worldview through local
communities. commerce kids
www.commercekids.org 202-482-2175
15th & Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, D.C.

Non-profit Child Care Ages: 12
weeks - 5 years
Hours of Operation: 7:15 a.m. - 5:45
p.m. Activities: Spanish, Soccer,
Gymnastics, Sign Language, Music
and Dance
Offering a play-based, child
centered enriching curriculum.

We take lots of field trips to all
the wonderful places D.C. has
to offer.

The Congressional
Schools of Virginia
www.congressionalschools.org admissions@csov.org
703-533-9711 3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd.

Falls Church, VA
Grades accepted: Age 1 - Grade 8
Congressional’s program is
designed to nurture the physical,
emotional, and intellectual
needs of children from infant
through 8th grade. Emphasis is
given to language development
and preparing children for high
school. Open House Dates:
2015: Oct. 7, 9 a.m. (Infant &
Toddler); Oct. 14, 9:30 a.m.

(Preschool-Grade 8)
empowered learning
transformation centers
www.eltcenters.com bethesda@eltcenters.com
301-654-5919 8120 Woodmont Ave., Ste. 150
Bethesda, MD
Ages: 9+
Hours of Operation: Tuesday
- Friday 3 - 7 p.m.; Saturday -
Sunday 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

For over 20 years, Empowered
Learning Transformation Centers
have helped learners of any age
and ability break through to peak
performance levels in the areas of
learning, focus and attention.

Evergreen Montessori School
www.evergreenschool.com info@evergreenschool.com
301-942-5979 10700 Georgia Ave.

Silver Spring, MD
Grades: 2 years - Grade 3
Activites: Martial Arts, Cooking,
Sports, Art, Music, Nature.

fairfax christian
school www.fairfaxchristianschool.com
703-759-5100 1624 Hunter Mill Rd.

Vienna, VA
Ages: K - Grade 12
Preschool: Ages 4 (by Dec. 31),
and 5
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Independent, university-
preparatory school. Call today
for your private tour and
educational consultation.

Open House Dates:
Open house tours every Tuesday at
9 a.m.

Feynman School
www.feynmanschool.org admissions@feynmanschool.org
301-770-4211 6300 Tilden Ln.

North Bethesda, MD
Grades: Preschool - Grade 5
Ages: 3+
Hours of operation: 7 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Activities: Destination Imagination,
Robotics, Chess, Piano Lessons,
Chinese Classes
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.

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