Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) - Valleybrook Campus

3433 Rose Lane
Falls Church, VA 22042

Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) - Valleybrook Campus Photo #1 - Each classroom has two Montessori-certified teachers or a Montessori-certified teacher and an intern/assistant. By inspiring creativity, our warm and supportive Primary teachers cultivate an early love of learning so critical in shaping the child’s future educational success.

Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) - Valleybrook Campus Photo #2 - The Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) is a leading independent school in the Washington Metropolitan area providing authentic Montessori education for children ages 2 through 12.

Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) - Valleybrook Campus Photo #3 - MSNV provides an inspiring learning environment filled with a variety of materials and activities which motivate students to realize their own unique abilities. The direct aim of Montessori lessons is to deepen the understanding of fundamental concepts. The indirect aim is to foster the love of learning.

The Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) is a leading independent school in the Washington Metropolitan area providing authentic Montessori education for children ages 2 through 12.

Quick Stats (2022)

Top Ranked VA School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Students: 79 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling

Top Rankings

Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) - Valleybrook Campus ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1962

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

79 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

50%

State avg.: 30%

Students by Grade

Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) - Valleybrook Campus Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition rates are specific to the child's program and school day length. Please see our website (www.msnv.org) for details.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer camp rates are specific to the child's program and camp day length. Please see our website (msnv.org/programs/summer-camp) for details.

% on Financial Aid

11%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$5,096

Admissions Director

Gretchen Straczewski

Admissions Associate

Beth Bell-Leresche

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Class, Drumming

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer, Yoga

School Notes

Dr. Maria Montessori recognized the limitless potential of children. She noted how their learning would take flight in an environment which met their specific needs and allowed them to learn by doing. Montessori observed the joy of children in discovering themselves and their world.At the Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV), we want this joy-the delight of discovery-to last a lifetime.
By presenting a myriad of rich learning experiences based on the enduring principles of Montessori, MSNV offers a well-rounded, dynamic and inspiring education for your child.MSNV provides authentic Montessori education for children ages 2 through 12 at two campuses: Hillbrook in Annandale and Valleybrook in Falls Church. From Preprimary through Elementary, our learning environment is designed to directly benefit their social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Our students achieve both academic and personal success. The result? You will love school, because our children love learning, love one another and love the world around them.

Profile last updated: 09/17/2021

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