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The Montessori School of Washington offers early education for children aged 2 through 6 years.
In the classroom, the child follows a natural progression through four categories of learning: The Practical Life Exercises involve simple tasks relating to care and maintenance of the child's environment.
They give the child a sense of organization and concentration, as well as an appreciation of a completed cycle of activity.
The philosophical foundation of the Montessori approach is based on the premise that education should be an aid to life.
In order to develop their physical, intellectual and spiritual powers to the fullest, children must have freedom a freedom to be achieved through order and self-discipline.
Respect for a child's personality and trust in the inner potentialities are prerequisite to the foundation of an adequate educational alliance between the child and the adult.
In the Montessori classroom today, the environment is carefully prepared with manipulative materials created by Dr. Montessori.
The children choose their own activities, work at their own pace, and repeat these activities for as long as they wish.
They develop confidence, independence, and a sense of order.
The Primary Program admits children from 2 through 6 years of age, and all age groups are mixed in the classroom.
For the youngest children, the program is three years in duration.
Parents are strongly urged to allow their children to complete the three-year cycle through their kindergarten year in order to receive maximum benefit from the Montessori Experience.
The Montessori School of Washington (MSOW) has been approved to accept childcare subsidy (voucher) payments instead of tuition. Eligible families must apply and be approved by the Child Care Services ...moreDivision of the Department of Human Services. For more information on applying for DC childcare subsidies, please visit www.mychildcare.dc.gov. MSOW is listed in the My Child Care DC directory under our business name, "The Montessori School of Washington." MSOW is committed to broadening access for families who might otherwise not be able to afford a high-quality Montessori preschool experience. For this reason, MSOW pledges to set aside at least 25% of all open slots for eligible families for the subsidized childcare/voucher program. To support our military families, we will continue to receive fee assistance payments from Child Care Aware (www.childcareaware.com) and the Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood (MCCYN) program (https://public.militarychildcare.csd.disa.mil/mcc-central/mcchome/mccyn). hide
The Montessori School of Washington DC offers early education
for children aged 2 through 6 years. In the classroom, the child
follows a natural progression through four categories of learning:
The Practical Life Exercises involve simple tasks relating to care
and maintenance of the child's environment. They give the child a
sense of organization and concentration, as well as an appreciation
of a completed cycle of activity. The philosophical foundation of
the Montessori approach is based on the premise that education
should be an aid to life. In order to develop their physical,
intellectual and spiritual powers to the fullest, children must
have freedom a freedom to be achieved through order and
self-discipline. Respect for a child's personality and trust in the
inner potentialities are prerequisite to the foundation of an
adequate educational alliance between the child and the adult. In
the Montessori classroom today, the environment is carefully
prepared with manipulative materials created by Dr. Montessori. The
children choose their own activities, work at their own pace, and
repeat these activities for as long as they wish. They develop
confidence, independence, and a sense of order. The Primary Program
admits children from 2 through 6 years of age, and all age groups
are mixed in the classroom. For the youngest children, the program
is three years in duration. Parents are strongly urged to allow
their children to complete the three-year cycle through their
kindergarten year in order to receive maximum benefit from the
Montessori Experience.
How much does Montessori School Of Washington DC cost?
Montessori School Of Washington DC's tuition is approximately $12,500 for private students.
Does Montessori School Of Washington DC offer a summer program?
Yes, Montessori School Of Washington DC offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Montessori School Of Washington DC?
The application deadline for Montessori School Of Washington DC is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Montessori School Of Washington DC located?
Montessori School Of Washington DC is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 55 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.
Grades: K-6 | 110 students4.5 miles 201 Allison St., NW, Suite B Washington, DC 20011 (202) 722-1520
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(15 reviews)
512/13/2024
Great school for the little ones. The teachers are attentive and gentle with the kids. We love hearing about the lessons learned during Chinese class. I highly recommend MSOW to any parent searching for a nurturing school in the area.
- Posted by Parent - Marilyn N
511/17/2023
As the other reviews have stated, MSOW is brilliant. I love the individual attention the students are able to receive to further their emotional and educational development. I have heard of other students moving onto different kindergartens and the parents have had to hire tutors because their kids were so far ahead in the math game thanks to this school. My daughter has been going to this school for 3 years. I highly recommend it!
- Posted by Parent - Tiffany S.
511/10/2023
The Montessori School of Washington (MSOW) is a small loving school with amazing teachers. Our daughter has been there for 2 years and we have seen her grow and blossom in so many ways; including her ability to express her thoughts, work with others, and be more independent. Since starting school she has become more self-aware and open to new things. We love the daily updates in the form of videos and pictures. The curriculum exceeds our expectations and have noticed our daughter showing interest in art and reading. I was impressed at the level of science experiments, the introduction to math concepts, and art projects. If you are looking for a preschool in the DC area MSOW is truly a hidden gem with a wonderful community of parents.
- Posted by Parent - Ayanah George
51/27/2023
I can`t say enough great things about this wonderful school. Ms. Funmi and Ms. Heidi are exceptional. The teachers do a fantastic job with the children on a daily basis. My son looks forward to going to school every day and loves telling me stories of how his day went on our car ride home. This school is highly recommended!
- Posted by Parent - C. Cummings
510/21/2022
MSOW is such a great school! I am pleased that my children are getting the best Montessori experience there. Kudos to all the amazing teachers and loving Head of School!
- Posted by Parent - Steph Peele
57/28/2022
Great school! My toddler has used more vocabulary in the last couple of weeks since she`s started MSOW :) It`s amazing how much she`s learned! I highly recommend this wonderful school. Kudos to the staff for all that they do!
- Posted by Parent - Kelly O
51/12/2022
The MSOW is a wonderful school. I am pleased that my wife and I made the decision to enroll our children there. The teachers are professional and kind. Highly recommended!
- Posted by Parent - Ron Mason
59/8/2021
What a wonderful and nurturing school! You will be quite pleased after only one week of registering your child at MSOW.
- Posted by Parent - Mike P.
55/29/2021
We started our little one at MSOW when he was under two and have had a great experience! The environment is nurturing, supportive, and caring. The teachers truly love the kids and the small class sizes are great for attention, with sound adherence to Montessori development principles. We got useful updates and photos throughout the day through an app together with an end-of-day summary. It is amazing to see his growth and development. We highly recommend this amazing preschool!
- Posted by Parent - SN
54/14/2021
MSOW is an amazing school! We just enrolled our little one in January and I can't begin to tell you how knowledgeable he is now. The routine has also helped developed him into being responsible. It's truly hard to explain here, but I'll just say that you will be very impressed by the 2nd week of enrollment. I give the school 10 stars, actually!
- Posted by Parent - Kathy S.
53/16/2021
MSOW is a great school! The teachers are wonderful under Funmi`s tutelage. Great covid safety protocols. I highly recommend this school.
- Posted by Parent - Eric Guthrie
510/9/2020
This school is quite the top tier school. I commend them for what they do daily and highly recommend to others seeking a great preschool in the area. No regrets whatsoever.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Stu Balijir
59/4/2020
I just enrolled my son and I have to admit that I was a bit apprehensive about doing so during covid. However, I was impressed by all the health and safety measures taken and the in-depth school policy.! The school looks great and teachers are awesome. Definitely a great school for the little ones. I highly recommend The Montessori School of Washington to anyone in a heartbeat!
- Posted by Parent - Zukov Randalll
58/4/2020
The Montessori school of Washington is an outstanding school that keeps improving. The children are well taken care of and always well behaved. The teachers are supportive and excellent, and parents are incredibly involved. Best kept secret in the DC area.
- Posted by Parent - Aleksandr Arman
57/23/2020
MSOW is a great school for beginners! My daughter Zoey has been attending this school for a year now and she absolutely loves it! The teachers are patient and kind to everyone. I highly recommend this school!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Katy Shrerer
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