Broad Branch Children's House in Washington, DC, is a nonsectarian Montessori school serving 45 students in preschool and kindergarten within a large city community.
The school operates with 2 teachers and has a student–teacher ratio of 23:1, providing early childhood education in Northwest Washington.
As a member of the American Montessori Society, it offers a Montessori curriculum focused on preschool and kindergarten grade levels.
This co–educational early learning program is located in an urban setting and enrolls children primarily in pre–kindergarten through kindergarten.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
45 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Broad Branch Children's House?
The application deadline for Broad Branch Children's House is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Broad Branch Children's House located?
Broad Branch Children's House is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.
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