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ANNUAL BACK-TO-SCHOOL & Enrichment Guide
It’s the start of a new school year. Time to dive into something new or restart a favorite activity. FAMILY Magazine’s BACK-TO-SCHOOL & Enrichment Guide is filled with listings of tutors, musical instruction, and after school activities. You’ll also find local programs for martial arts, sports, computers, theater, and much more. With all of these great things to do, get ready for a fun-filled fall!
The Archery Program at Bull Run
www.thearcheryprogram.net
571-215-4403
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All
Archery taught by an Olympian. For youth and adults, family sport, life-long sport, teaches patience and focus. In Western Fairfax County.
Ashburn Academy of Ballet
ashburnballet@comcast.net
703-723-8089
21690 Red Rum Drive #172
Ashburn, VA 20147
Location: Ashburn, Virginia
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3-Adult
The Ashburn Academy of Ballet offers dance classes for all ages in ballet, pre-school dance, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop and pilates. Class descriptions and schedules are available at ashburnballet.com or contact us at (703) 723-8089.
BalletNova Center for Dance
www.BalletNova.org
info@BalletNova.org
703-778-3008
3443 Carlin Springs Road
Falls Church, VA 22041
Location: Carlin Springs between Route 7 and Columbia Pike, near REI, Golds Gym and UltraZone, in Bailey’s Crossroads
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Ages 3 and up through teen and adult
BalletNova Center for Dance (formerly Arlington Center for Dance) offers dance classes for children, teens and adults: Creative Movement, Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop. Pre-professional ballet program based on Royal Academy of Dance syllabus.
C3 Cyber Club
www.c3cyberclub.com
davidc3cyberclub@yahoo.com
703-729-0985
44710 Cape Court #118
Ashburn, VA 20147
Location: Ashburn
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 6 yrs to teen
Dedicated to creating safe, educational & recreational opportunities for kids that will allow them to learn about technology, acquire new computer skills & advance their computer knowledge to become more competitive & tech-savvy in today’s world.
Casa Italiana Language School
www.CasaItalianaSchool.org
info@casaitalianaschool.org
202-638-1348
595 Third Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
Area Served: District of Columbia
Ages Served: 4-13 yrs old
Eat Italian, dress Italian, speak Italian! Language, Arts & Crafts, Cooking, Drama, Soccer and Games from Italy. Year round Italian classes for Children and Teens
The Center for Ballet Arts, Inc.
www.thecenterforballetarts.com
CTRBALARTS@aol.com
703 273 5344
11215 H Lee Highway
Fairfax, VA 22030
Location: Fairfax City/Fairfax County/Northern Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 through Adult
The Center for Ballet Arts provides a well rounded curriculum and pleasant encouraging environment for dance training in many different disciplines. Classes are designed to promote flexibility, strength, artistry, coordination and technique. Stop by!
CityDance Center at Strathmore
www.citydance.net
citydance@strathmore.org
301-581-5204
5301 Tuckerman Lane
North Bethesda, MD 20852
Location: North Bethesda
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 3-adult
CityDance Center at Strathmore offers dance classes and camps for students ages 3 & up. With a variety of programs for youth, we provide high quality dance education in a fun and professional classroom environment. Ballet, modern, jazz, and more!
A Class Act - Acting for Young People & Adults, Inc.
www.afyp.org
mary@afyp.org
703-307-5332
Location: Fairfax, VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Ages 5 - Adult
Celebrating 10+ years of fun, challenging classes taught by theater professionals. After-school programs, weekend classes (Fall and Winter/Spring), scout badge workshops, summer arts camps, and school tour productions.
Classic Tales ‘n Tunes LLC
www.classictnt.com
info@classictnt.com
703-848-9808
Location: Classes held at community centers - Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church and Vienna. Programs privately through preschools, day care centers and private homes.
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Birth to adult.
Four program choices, which may include English, ASL, Spanish, stories, puppets, music, & movement. Private in-home lessons in voice, piano, flute & Spanish. Educator training at your site. Fairfax County Human Rights award winner.
Clay Cafe Studio
www.claywire.com
info@claywire.com
703-534-7600
101 N. Maple Ave.
Falls Church, VA 22046
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All ages
Award-winning studio offering artful parties on premises or we bring the fun to you! Pottery painting and glass fusing for the whole family. Best Art Camp in No. VA; after-school art enrichment programs in area schools. M-Th 11-7, F/S 11-9, Sun 12-5.
CoMMotion Dance Pilates Fitness
www.commotiondance.com
commotion.me@gmail.com
301-515-8908
13097 Wisteria Drive
Germantown, MD 20874
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-99
The Seriously FUN studio. CoMMotion fuses great technique with extraordinary positive energy. Jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, poms, ballroom, Zumba, Pilates, Professional performance opportunities and youth performance companies.
CommuniKids
www.communikids.com
703-534-2221
Falls Church, VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All
Welcome to CommuniKids! We offer after-school and weekend language enrichment classes in a play-based, full-immersion environment. Visit our Falls Church location for Spanish, French, and Chinese classes.
CommuniKids
www.communikids.com
info@communikids.com
202-363-0133
4719 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
Location: DC / Tenleytown
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 mos. to 8 years
Welcome to CommuniKids! We offer after-school and weekend language enrichment classes in a play-based, full-immersion environment. Visit our DC location for Spanish, French, Chinese, Portuguese, and Arabic classes.
Creative Cauldron
www.creativecauldron.org
info@creativecauldron.org
571-239-5288
410 S. Maple Avenue, Retail 1
Falls Church, VA 22046
Location: City of Falls Church
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All Ages
Guided by the belief that creativity is a fundamental need of the human spirit whether one is eight or ninety-eight, Creative Cauldron strives to make learning experiences in the arts available and affordable to the community it serves.
Cuppett Performing Arts Center, Inc.
www.CuppettPAC.com
CuppettPAC@aol.com
703-938-9019
135 Park Street, S.E.
Vienna, VA 22180
Location: Behind Whole Foods Market in the Park Plaza Center
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3 to 93
A Vienna tradition of excellence in dance instruction - celebrating our 48th year in the dance arts! Daily classes offered in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop & Acro to students ranging in level from recreational to pre-professional. Come join us!
Dance Place
www.danceplace.org
202-269-1600
3225 8th St NE
Washington, DC 20017
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-15
Youth Dance Classes are taught by enthusiastic professionals who inspire the lives of hundreds of children in the Metro area. Bring your child to Dance Place for a season of dance, creativity and fun!
Dansez! Dansez!
www.dansezdansez.com
sabine@dansezdansez.com
4909 Fairmont Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20814
Jazz, Hip Hop, Creative Movement, ballroom, Latin dances, folklore, ballet. Ages 2 and up. Choose your dance styles for your party! Classes for boys and girls. Some classes taught in French. Also holds a summer day camp. Studio rental available.
DC SoccerTots
www.soccertotsdc.com
info@soccertotsdc.com
703.953.1667
Herndon, VA 20171
Location #1: Chantilly
Location #2: Greenbelt
Location #3: Haymarket / Manassas
Location #4: Washington, DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months - 6 years old
SoccerTots is a child physical development program that utilizes a variety of fun games to delight and engage kids in physical activity. Classes are professionally designed to develop motor skills, promote fitness, and create self confidence.
Drama Kids International
www.dramakids.com/va3
dramakidsnova@comcast.net
540-658-1190
Stafford, VA 22555
Location: Various Locations Throughout Prince William County & Stafford County
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 4 - 17
Weekly one-hour classes held throughout Prince William County & Stafford County for children and teens ages 4 - 17. Our classes are fast-paced and fun! Register today, space is LIMITED!
Dulles Gymnastics Academy
www.dullesgymnasticsacademy.com
info@dullesgymnasticsacedemy.com
703-444-GYMN (4966)
45449 Severn Way #101
Sterling, VA 20166
Location: Behind Sam’s and Walmart’s across from Dulles Golf Center
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: baby to adult
We offer classes in gymnastics, tumbling, trampoline after-school care, spectacular birthday parties and a competitive team. It’s a fun, safe, supervised, well-rounded gymnastics program for all ages.
Dulles SportsPlex
www.dullessportsplex.com
info@dullessportsplex.com
703-430-9966
21610 Atlantic Blvd.
Sterling, VA 20166
Location: Dulles, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 18 months - Seniors
Keeping your kids healthy by keeping them active. Check us out for indoor sports, summer camps, school day-off camp, awesome parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, youth & adult leagues, enrichment sports classes.
Dynamite Gymnastics Center
www.DynamiteGC.com
Info@DynamiteGC.com
301-770-2700
4956 Boiling Brook Parkway (at the top of Wyaconda Road)
Rockville, MD 20852
Location: Near White Flint Mall
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months - Adult
Dynamite Gymnastics Center offers instructional classes, open gyms, summer and winter camps, competitive team opportunities and birthday parties/special events. Our Motion Education program is designed for children with a wide range of special needs.
Earth Treks Climbing Centers
www.EarthTreksClimbing.com
info@EarthTreksClimbing.com
800-CLIMB-UP
725 Rockville Pike
Rockville MD 20852
7125 C Columbia Gateway Dr.
Columbia MD 21046
1930 Greenspring Drive
Timonium MD 21093
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 6-adult
Earth Treks specializes in Birthday Parties, Private Programs, Scout Groups, Summer Camps, and Rock Climbing instruction. Everyone, from youth-adult, regardless of experience, can enjoy the rewards and challenges of rock climbing.
Flying Kick Fitness Center
www.flyingkicktkd.com
flyingkicktkd@verizon.net
301-951-0543
4711 Chase Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All
Kids have a great time learning Tae Kwon Do & playing games with their new skills! Party includes 1 hour lesson, plus time for cake & goodies afterward. Gift cards worth $100 of lessons for all participants! Available Saturdays, 4:30-6:30.
French for All Ages
rosmarie@gmail.com
703-371-5112
Area Served: DC & MD
Ages Served: From Young Children to Adults
Native French Speaker-Certified-Experienced-Private Teaching for Children & Adults at the location of your choice-Customized Tutoring all levels. References: Washington International School & private students. Affordable rates, including group rates.
Funfit Family Fitness
www.funfit.us
celia@funfit.us
888-8-FUNFIT
17511 Redland Road
Rockville, MD 20855
Location: ROCKVILLE/GAITHERSBURG/GERMANTOWN
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Infants-Adults
REAL FITNESS. REAL FAMILIES. REAL FUN! CLASSES: Mom/tots, yoga, ballet, dance, martial arts, music, art, science, kids total body conditioning. Professional Instruction. PARTIES, Adventure CAMPS, OPEN GYM, PARENTS AM & PM OUT, Special Needs Welcome.
German Language Courses at the German School Washington, DC
www.dswashington.org
glc@dswash.org
301-767-3824
8617 Chateau Dr.
Potomac, MD 20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-Adult
33 years of expert instruction. Classes for children (3 and up). Classes for adults all levels. Literature classes. Online classes. Classes held evenings and/or Saturday mornings. Fall classes begin September 11, 2010.
Greenway Tennis
greenwaytennis@starpower.net
202-362-2554
Washington, DC 20015
Location: McLean, Bethesda, NW DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 to adult
Private and SMALL groups only. Emphasis on personal attention to ensure proper training and complete understanding. Flexible scheduling 7 days a week, year ‘round for ages 3-adult.
Gymboree Play & Music
www.gymboreeclasses.com
springfldva@gymboreeclasses.com
703-836-2277
Springfield Mall
Springfield/Burke, VA 22150
Area Served: Virginia
Join our Level 1 classes for Parents and Babies newborn to 6 months, Level 2 for 6-10 months, and our Music Classes beginning at 6 months. Play, Music and Art classes for children up to 5 years.
Gymboree Play & Music
www.gymboreeclasses.com
alexva@gymboreeclasses.com
703-836-2277
318 S. Pickett St.
Alexandria, VA 22304
Area Served: Virginia
Join our Level 1 classes for Parents and Babies newborn to 6 months, Level 2 for 6-10 months, and our Music Classes beginning at 6 months. Play, Music and Art classes for children up to 5 years.
Gymboree Play & Music
www.gymboreeclasses.com
chantillyva@gymboreeclasses.com
703-836-2277
14155 Sully Field Circle, Ste. 1
Chantilly, VA 22150
Area Served: Virginia
Join our Level 1 classes for Parents and Babies newborn to 6 months, Level 2 for 6-10 months, and our Music Classes beginning at 6 months. Play, Music and Art classes for children up to 5 years.
Harmonia School Of Music
703-938-7301
204 F Mill St. NE
Vienna, VA 22180
Location: Visit our new state of the art facility in Vienna, VA.
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-adult
Harmonia offers private and group instrumental & voice instruction, musical theatre, visual arts, early childhood music and art programs. With highly educated and experienced faculty, Harmonia School strives to achieve excellence in arts education.
HOLA BABY
www.holababy.net
maria@holababy.net
Arlington, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Hola Baby is a Spanish immersion program for babies & toddlers. The goal is to have fun in Spanish at an early age & among friends. We help parents introduce Spanish to their child and/or reinforce the language with their child in a social setting.
Ideaventions
www.ideaventions.com
info@ideaventions.com
703-400-3706
2952-H Chain Bridge Road
Oakton, VA 22124
Location: Hunter Mill Plaza, Oakton
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 - 13
Afterschool science and technology enrichment. Hands-on labs, workshops and parties offered in the summer and during the school year. Labs include: Secret Agents, Mini Einsteins, Robotics and CSI. All labs and workshops have a maximum of 8 children.
International School of Music
www.ismw.org
info@ismw.org
301-365-5888
10450 Auto Park Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20817
next to Montgomery Mall
301-657-0763
5110 Ridgefield Rd.
Bethesda, MD 20816
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 6 months to 95 years old
Music lessons in all instruments and voice. All levels and ages accepted. Nurturing and experienced faculty. Optional recitals and certificate programs. Early childhood music offered (6 months-5 years). Can schedule family members at the same time.
Jordan Kitt’s Music
www.keyboardcenter.com
800-968-4807
12303 Twinbrook Pkwy
Rockville, MD
Sugarland Crossing, Rte. 7
Sterling, VA
9520 Baltimore Ave.
College Park, MD
8500 Lee Highway
Fairfax, VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All
A lifetime of music starts at Keyboard Learning Centers! Our group piano classes unlock your child’s musical and creative potential. Toddler Tunes: Ages 18 months-3 years.
Jumping Jack Sports
www.JumpingJackSports.com
info@JumpingJackSports.com
703-858-9901
44710 Cape Court #128
Ashburn, VA 20147
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: All Ages
We’re a family oriented sports center that uses state of the art technology to promote healthy and active lifestyles in children. We have a non-competitive environment that encourages children to learn new skills! Great classes for girls & Toddlers!
Kidball
www.kidballbaseball.com
kidballbaseball@aol.com
301-983-0543
10809 Hob Nail Court
Potomac, MD 20854
Location #1: Bethesda
Location #2: Potomac
Location #3: Rockville
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 3 1/2 to 13 Years
KIDBALL is your neighborhood sports league offering both instruction and games in baseball, basketball, and flag football. We also offer a coed summer sports camp. Parent participation in KIDBALL programs provides fun for the whole family.
Kids In Sports
www.kismetro.com
info@kismetro.com
301-230-0996
11810 Parklawn Drive, Ste. 260
Rockville, MD 20852
Location: Montgomery County, MD
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 1 to 9 years
Kids in Sports classes offer a unified learning experience that engages the child’s mind & body. Whether it is a 3 year-old starting out or a fourth grader wanting to gain an athletic edge, Kids In Sports offers a solution. Register online.
Kim’s Karate
703-924-KIMS (5467)
6602-A Springfield Mall
Springfield, VA 22150
Location: Springfield Mall - upper level next to Target
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 and up
We offer TKD classes for all kids ages 3 & up. We teach our students in age appropriate classes w/ their attention span & focus level in mind. New students always welcome. We now offer tumbling & Thai Boxing for children.
Language Fundamentals
www.languagefundamentals.com
marian@languagefundamentals.com
301-312-8847
4823 Fairmont Ave
Bethesda, MD 20814
Location: USA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All Ages
Serving individuals, schools and companies by offering English, French and Spanish language programs for adults, children and babies. - Adult Group Classes, Children Group Classes, Mommy and Me Classes, Corporate Programs, Before & After School Programs
Learn Now Music, Inc.
www.LearnNowMusic.com
CustomerService@LearnNowMusic.com
800-399-6414
Ages Served: All
In-Home Music Lessons All Ages -All Instruments - All Levels Let us Bring the Music to You!!!
Levine School of Music
www.levineschool.org
Levine@levineschool.org
202-686-8000
2801 Upton Street, NW
Washington, DC 20008
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All
Inspiring a love of music for over 35 years, Levine School offers instruction in over 20 instruments, voice, theory and composition for people of all ages and abilities. Year-round offerings, including summer camps and specialty summer programs. Tuition assistance available.
The Little Gym
www.TheLittleGym.com
Conveniently located throughout Maryland & Virginia.
In VA: Alexandria, Ashburn, Fairfax, Gainesville & Springfield
In MD: Germantown, Olney, Potomac & Silver Spring
Area Served: Washington DC Metro Area
Ages Served: 4 months to 12 years old. Infants. Toddlers. Preschool. Grade School
Developmental programs include gymnastics, dance, sports-skills, karate and parent/child. Growing skills in a fun-filled environment!
Little Hands presenting Kindermusik and more!
www.littlehands.com
703-631-2046
Location #1: Centreville/Manassas VA
Location #2: Ashburn/Reston VA
Location #3: Gaithersburg/Olney MD
Location #4: Fairfax/Alexandria VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: birth - 7 years old
Award-winning FUN Movement & music, helping you & your child bond, meet new friends, take the learning home with music, books, instruments. Kindermusik curricula & more tailored to meet your child’s unique needs. Parties & daycare classes, too! Try it!
Loudoun Gymnastics Center
www.loudoungymnastics.com
loudoungymnastics@msn.com
703-444-9298
21586 Atlantic Blvd., Bldg. #130
Sterling, VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3+
We are a full service, gymnastics AIR-CONDITIONED facility just a hop skip & a jump from the Dulles Town Center. Recreational Gymnastics, Girls & Boys Competitive Team, After Care, Birthday Parties, Mom’s Club, Open Gym, Winter Camp & More!
McLean Community Center
www.mcleancenter.org
mail@mcleancenter.org
703-790-0123, TTY: 711
1234 Ingleside Avenue
McLean, VA 22101
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All ages
The McLean Community Center offers a continuing program of activities for adults and children, including a wide range of classes, lectures, study tours, camps, art exhibits, theatre performances, and specialty shows.
Metropolitan Ballet Theatre and Academy
www.mbtdance.org
contact@mbtdance.org
301-762-1757
10076 Darnestown Road Suite 202
Rockville, MD 20850
Location: Convenient to Kentlands, King Farm, Fallsgrove, and North Potomac
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 4-Adult
Offering classes in creative movement, ballet, jazz and modern. Since 1989, teaching dancers to be the best that they can be through professional instruction, performing opportunities, creative choreography, and enhanced civic responsibility.
Musical Theater Center
www.musicaltheatercenter.org
mtcenter@musicaltheatercenter.org
301-251-5766
837-D Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
Location: Rockville
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 5 - 18
Musical Theater Center provides quality performing arts training to young people. We believe that the skills learned through performing arts training, increases a young persons chances for a lifetime of success no matter what career path is chosen.
My Gym
My Gym Potomac
www.mygym.com/potomac
mygympotomac@verizon.net
301-983-5300
11325 Seven Locks Rd.
Potomac, MD 20854
My Gym Bethesda
www.mygym.com/bethesda
mygymbethesda@verizon.net
301-652-2820
5110 Ridgefield Rd (@River Rd)
Bethesda, MD 20816
My Gym Kentlands
www.mygymkentlands.com
mygymkentlands@verizon.net
301-926-5969
620 Center Point Way
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
My Gym Alexandria
www.mygym.com/alexandria
703-971-5437
5810 Kingstowne Center #110
Alexandria, VA, 22315
My Gym Chantilly
www.mygym.com/chantilly
MyGymChantillyVA@cox.net
(703) 378-3100
4300 Chantilly Shopping Center
Chantilly, VA 20151
Ages Served: 6 weeks - 13 years
Mommy & Me, independent classes. Open Gym time. Birthday Parties and 1/2 Camps. We incorporate music, movement & fun as children gain strength, agility & flexibility while developing social skills & self-esteem. Please call for a Free Trial class.
Perfect Harmony Music Studio
www.newschoolofmusic.com/Gretchen_Heller.htm
perfect_harmony04@hotmail.com
240-912-7604
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All
Violin and Piano Instruction Private lessons taught by a published composer with over 25 years of music expertise. Give the gift of music!
Perfect Pointe Dance Studio
www.perfectpointe.com
staff@perfectpointe.com
703-533-8830
2499 N. Harrison St. Suite 1-LL
Arlington, VA 22207
Location: Lee-Harrison Shopping Center
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 through adult
Perfect Pointe Dance Studio offers classes in ballet, tap, jazz, musical theater, hip hop & modern including children’s combination classes (age 2+) and adult classes. Dance Masters of America certified. Performance & competition companies available.
Potomac Arts Academy
www.PotomacAcademy.org
potomac@gmu.edu
703-993-9889
4260 Chain Bridge Rd
Fairfax, VA 22030
Location: Northern Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All Ages
Potomac Arts Academy of George Mason University offers Music, Theater, Art & Computer Game Design classes for community members of all ages at affordable rates with top quality faculty from GMU and professionals in the area.
Potomac Swim School
www.potomacswimschool.com
703.726.2500
21730 Red Rum Drive Suite 107
Ashburn, VA 20147
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 6 months - 12 years old
Potomac Swim School is the Washington area’s premier swim lesson program. The PSS curriculum, coaches, warm water pool and excellent customer service make it your place to be for quality swim instruction.
Rockville SportsPlex
www.rockvillesports.com
info@rockvillesports.com
301-838-4455
60 Southlawn Ct.
Rockville, MD 20850
Location: Rockville, MD
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 18 months to Seniors
Keeping your kids healthy by keeping them active. Check us out for indoor sports, summer camps, school day-off camp, awesome parties, bar/bat mitzvahs, youth & adult leagues, enrichment sports classes.
Silver Stars Gymnastics
www.gosilverstars.com
ssgoffice@gosilverstars.com
Silver Spring: 301-589-0938 & Bowie: 301-352-5777
2701 Pittman Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
14201 Woodcliff Ct.
Bowie, MD 20720
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months-18 years
Silver Stars Gymnastics promotes age appropriate skill development in the fun & safe environment of Olympic style gyms. Located in Bowie & Silver Spring. Classes*Birthday Parties*Team*Open Gym*Special Needs It’s not just Gymnastics, It’s Gymtastic!
Studio Horowitz
www.studiohorowitz.com
703-229-3109
929 West Broad Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
Location: Serving: Falls Church, Arlington, McLean, Vienna, Annandale, Fairfax, Alexandria
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 5 to adult
Piano/keyboard lessons offered to students of all ages and abilities. All levels, all styles. Many performance opportunities. Unique program combines group and individual instruction; all-individual lessons also available. Beautiful new studio.
Suzuki Music Studio
www.barrettsuzuki.com
barretc@aol.com
703-295-0659
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 and up
Suzuki Music Studio. Violin, Viola, Cello & Piano. Learners of all ages beginning at 3.
Swan Ballet Dance Schools
www.swanballetdance.com
swanballetdance@aol.com
Fairfax: 703-425-9400, Chantilly: 703-803-8877
9416 Main Street
Fairfax, VA 22031
13655 Lee Jackson Mem. Hwy.
Chantilly, VA 20151
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 - Adult
Swan Ballet Dance Schools, celebrating 30 years of dance education, offers quality instruction for all levels of ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, hip hop and creative movement. Locations in Fairfax and Chantilly. Open House: August 27 & 28, 2010. Stop by!
Tiny Dancers
www.tinydancers.com
info@tinydancers.com
703-385-5580
Fairfax, Gainesville, Alexandria & Middleburg locations
Area Served: Virginia
Programs for children ages 2-12, including “Mom & Me” for ages 2-3 with parent.
TK Gym & Martial Arts
www.tkmainc.com
tkmainc@yahoo.com
301-657-7782
6831 Wisconsin Ave #P102
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Tiny Tot(2-5), Children, Adults, Family
Martial Arts offers the best work-out method to get in shape and the discipline you need to be motivated, learn Self-Defense and stay in shape.
Toddlin Time of Manassas
www.toddlintimeofmanassas.com
info@toddlintimeofmanassas.com
703-361-5351
9806 Cockrell Rd.
Manassas, VA 20110
Location: Manassas, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 10 Months to 4 Years
Toddlin’ Time is a play gym designed for parents and children aged 10 months-4 years using parachute play, unique equipment, music & song, social development, weekly themes, and arts & crafts. Ask about our sibling & second class discounts.
Travelling Music Teachers
www.lessonsandtuning.com
301-989-9174 or 703-385-8229
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: All
Music lessons in your home. Our teachers do the travelling. Piano, guitar, clarinet, violin, sax, flute, brass, drums, voice, trumpet, plus more! Piano tuning & repair also available.
Twinbrook School of Ballet
peblake2@verizon.net
301-770-3038
12801 Ardennes Avenue
Rockville, MD 20851
Lessons using Royal Academy of Dance Grades & Vocational syllabi. Students are entered for examinations annually. Annual student performances held at Montgomery College. All levels taught including Pre-Ballet. Placement level decided at registration.
Virginia Academy of Fencing
www.VAFinc.com
fence@VAFinc.com
703 321-4922
5401-B Port Royal Road
Springfield, VA 22151
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Ages 6 years and up
Known as the physical game of chess and the fastest martial art, fencing provides a great workout for the body and mind. Choose the Olympic Sport program or Historical Swordsmanship which features Renaissance and Medieval swordfighting techniques.
Wheaton Studio of Dance
wheatonstudio@hotmail.com
301-949-5111
11216 Triangle Lane
Wheaton, MD 20902
Location: Silver Spring
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 thru Adult
We are a dance studio celebrating our 52nd Anniversary. We offer dance instruction for girls and boys ages 3 thru adult. We offer classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern and Zumba. We also offer summer classes and an overnight dance camp.
Wolf Trap Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods
www.wolftrap.org
703-255-1900
1551 Trap Rd.
Vienna, VA 22182
Location: Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Performances recommended for children between Kindergarten and 6th grade.
With 70 performances from late June through early August, Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods presents family-friendly shows at 10 am and 11:15 am on Tuesdays through Saturdays. Tickets are $8 for one show or $10 for both shows on the same day.
Private Schools & Preschools
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
www.acornhill.org
info@acornhill.org
301-565-2282
9504 Brunett Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: birth - 6
Play-oriented Waldorf curriculum with singing, crafts, gardening, puppetry, storytelling. Parenting programs for birth - 3, Half Day, Full Day and summer programs for children 3 1/4 - 6. Certified nursery and kindergarten. 40+ years experience.
Aidan Montessori School
www.aidanschool.org
202-387-2700
2700 27th Street NW
Washington, DC 20008
Location: DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months through 12 years
Open House Dates: Sept. 30, 9:15 AM-11 AM, Nov. 5, 9:15 AM-11 AM, Dec. 3, 9:15 AM-11 AM, Jan. 14, 2011, 9:15 AM-11 AM. Aidan is a nurturing and diverse community that offers a comprehensive Montessori education for children from 18 months to 12 years in historic Woodley Park.
Annandale Cooperative Preschool
www.annandalecoop.org
703-978-6127
8410 Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003
Location #1: Annandale
Location #2: Fairfax
Location #3: Falls Church
Location #4: Burke
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2-5
Open House Dates: Jan. 19, 2011, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM & Jan. 21, 2011, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM. Started in 1947, Annandale Co-op is a parent-run, developmentally oriented cooperative school for children ages 2 through 5 located in Annandale, VA with classes held from 9 AM to noon. Annandale Co-op is NAEYC accredited and VA State licensed.
Arris Montessori Academy
www.arrismontessori.com
mrs.beitzel@arrismontessori.com
703-858-2800
44675 Cape Court #189A
Ashburn, VA 20147
Location: Dulles corridor, Loudoun County, Ashburn VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 10 years
Open House Dates: Aug. 28, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Oct. 16, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Jan. 22, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. The curriculum is individualized to the meet the needs of each student. Programs for Preschool, Full day Pre-K & Kindergarten, Elementary, Before/After School, Spanish, P.E., Art, Music. After school enrichment: Art, Ballet & Scottish Dance, Soccer.
The Auburn School
www.theauburnschool.org
admissions@theauburnschool.org
703-793-9353
13525 Dulles Technology Drive, Suite 101
Herndon, VA 20171
Location: new locations coming to Silver Spring, MD and Baltimore, MD in fall 2010
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K-8
Providing a dynamic education for intellectually curious students with challenges typically associated with Asperger’s syndrome, including communication, socialization, language, and organization. See our website for info on our Summer Fun Program.
Barrie School
www.barrie.org
admissions@barrie.org
301-576-2800
13500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Age 2 through Grade 12
Offering a premier Montessori program age 2 through grade 5, a dynamic Middle, and college focused Upper School.
BeanTree Learning
www.beantreelearning.com
571-223-3110
43629 Greenway Corporate Dr.
Ashburn, VA 20147
Location #1: 5003 Westone Plaza, Chantilly, VA 20151
Location #2: 43629 Greenway Corporate Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Children Six Weeks to Twelve Years
A Creative Campus for Children, BeanTree Learning is revered for its exceptional educational offerings for children from age six weeks to twelve years. Now enrolling for Fall full-day, part-time and after school. Private tours available M-F by appt.
BeanTree Learning
www.beantreelearning.com
703-961-8222
43629 Greenway Corporate Dr.
Ashburn, VA 20147
Location #1: Off Shellhorn at Greenway Corporate Dr.
Location #2: Westfields Campus, 5003 Westone Plaza, Chantilly, VA 20151
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Six Weeks to Twelve Years
A Creative Campus for Children, BeanTree Learning is revered for its exceptional educational offerings for children from age six weeks to twelve years. Now enrolling for Fall full-day, part-time and after school. Private tours available M-F by appt.
Beauvoir, the National Cathedral Elementary School
www.beauvoirschool.org
202-537-6485
3500 Woodley Road NW
Washington, DC 20016
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
British School of Washington
www.britishschool.org/washington
admissionsbsw@britishschool.org
202 829 3700
2001 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20007
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-18
The British School of Washington is an open and supportive learning community for children from 3-18 years. It is a culturally diverse school where the British and international perspectives create an inclusive atmosphere in an American setting.
Broad Branch Children’s House
www.metromontessori.com/bbch
bbch@metromontessori.com
202-232-2233
5608 Broad Branch Road, NW
Washington, DC 20015
Location: Chevy Chase, DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 6 years
Open House Dates: Sept. 25 & Nov. 13. Our program focuses on the individual needs of each child emphasizing intellectual, social, and physical development. Each child learns at his or her own pace, achieving independence, self confidence and attaining a lifelong love of learning.
Brooksfield School
www.brooksfieldschool.org
brksfield@aol.com
703-356-KIDS
1830 Kirby Road
McLean, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Ages: 3-9 Grade Levels: Pre-K-3rd
Spanish, dance, art & music, summer camp, drama, outdoor adventure program, extracurricular activities.
Browne Academy
www.browneacademy.org
ssalvo@browneacademy.org
703-960-3000
5917 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria, VA 22310
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: ages 3 and up
Half and full day preschool program, including a NEW junior kindergarten program in fall 2010. World languages at all grade levels. Physical education, science, arts, music, library, technology, and extended day program from 7am to 6pm each day.
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
karic@burgundyfarm.org
703-960-3431
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria, VA 22303
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: JK-8th Grade
Open House Dates: Sun., Oct. 3, 2 PM-4 PM, Thurs., Nov. 11, 9 AM-11 AM, Sat., Dec. 4, 2 PM-4 PM, Sun., Jan. 9, 2 PM-4 PM. Hands-on, collaborative learning, Diverse, nurturing community. 25-acre campus in Alexandria, Virginia. A place where learning comes ALIVE!
Charles E Smith Jewish Day School
www.cesjds.org
scohen@cesjds.org
301-881-1400, ext. 4870
1901 E Jefferson St
Rockville, MD 20852
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 5-18 (K-12)
Open House Date: Nov.16, 2010, 7 PM, Dec. 13, 2010, 9:30 AM, Jan. 24, 2011, 9:30 AM. CESJDS shapes minds, hearts & spirits. Children develop a love of learning that drives them to seek knowledge while gaining an integrated Jewish identity. Learning Hebrew & Jewish traditions in an environment that fosters acceptance & understanding.
Chelsea School
www.chelseaschool.edu
dlourie@chelseaschool.edu
301-585-1430 ext. 303
711 Pershing Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Location: Silver Spring
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 5th through 12th grades
Open House Dates: Oct. 26, 2010, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 27, 2011, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 23, 2011, 9 AM-11 AM, Apr. 14, 2011, 6:30 PM-8 PM. Chelsea School is a college preparatory co-ed day school for students with language-based learning disabilities, serving grades 5-12. The school embeds literacy remediation and technology into all aspects of the curriculum.
Commonwealth Academy
CommonwealthAcademy.org
Josh_Gwilliam@CommonwealthAcademy.org
703-548-6912
1321 Leslie Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 6-12; Grades 4-12 beginning Sept. 2010
Coed college prep program for students with various learning styles and/or AD/HD. Remediation for students Grades 4-5. Extensive use of technology and other accommodations.
CommuniKids Preschool
www.communikidspreschool.com
info@communikids.com
202-363-0133
4719 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
Location: DC / Tenleytown
Area Served: District of Columbia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 5
Bienvenidos a CommuniKids Preschool! Our Spanish-immersion preschool in Washington, DC (Tenleytown) offers a creative play-based program and a full-immersion approach to language learning.
CommuniKids Preschool
www.communikidspreschool.com
fc@communikids.com
703-534-2221
510 N. Washington Street, Suite 400
Falls Church, VA 22046
Location: Falls Church, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 5
Bienvenidos / Bienvenue a CommuniKids Preschool! Our Spanish- and French-immersion preschool in Falls Church, VA offers a creative play-based program and a full-immersion approach to language learning.
Community Academy Public Charter School (CAPCS) Online
www.k12.com/dc
jsloane@k12.com
866-339-8759
Area Served: DC & VA
Ages Served: K-8
CAPCS Online of Washington, D.C. and K12 give DC kids in grades K-8 the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them, tuition free. Every subject is delivered online, with hands-on activities, plus books and support from expert teachers.
Concord Hill School
sarzt@concordhill.org
301-654-2626
6050 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Age 3 through grade 3
Our school is coed for children age three - grade three. Focusing on the early childhood years, we emphasize academic, social and developmental growth. The class sizes are small, each with two teachers. Call to schedule a parent visit and tour.
The Congressional Schools of Virginia
www.congressionalschools.org
admissions@csov.org
703-533-9711
3229 Sleepy Hollow Road
Falls Church, VA 22042
Location: Falls Church, Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Infant - Grade 8
Independent co-ed day school on 40-acres. Our innovative and accelerated curriculum prepares students to embrace opportunities they will face as global citizens. Giving back to the community is an important part of the schools’ values.
Cortona Academy
www.CortonaLearning.com
703-464-0034
Location: Herndon
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades Accepted: 6th-12th + 13th year available
No-fail, Private Education, Internships, Social & Motivational programs, LD & GT courses + on-site specialists, Re-do courses, improve GPA, or do 2 yrs. in one. 100% college acceptance. Homeschoolers Welcome.
District of Columbia Public Schools,
Early Stages
www.earlystagesdc.org
info@earlystagesdc.org
202-698-8037
1125 New Jersey Avenue, NW, 3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20001
Location: Walker Jones Education Campus
Area Served: District of Columbia
Ages Served: Children ages 3-5 years
Early Stages is a District of Columbia Public Schools program for children ages 3 through 5. We are here to help you identify any delays that your child may have and provide appropriate services to help address those delays.
Evergreen School
www.evergreenschool.com
admissions@evergreenschool.com
301-942-5979
10700 Georgia Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 18 mos. - Grade 3
A place to think and learn and share. Montessori. Before and After Care. Spanish Immersion. Summer Camp. Call for summer Open House dates!
FAZ Creative Education Center
www.fazeducation.com
703-848-8822 or 703-300-4788
1776 Old Meadow Rd
McLean, VA 22102
Location: Mclean
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Birth - 7 years old
FAZ Creative Education Center offers programs for infants and children up to age 7. For over 10 years FAZ has utilized foreign languages, sports & fitness, technology and arts & crafts to create a unique educational community. Open House Quarterly.
Geneva Day School
www.genevadayschool.org
office@genevadayschool.org
301-340-7704
11931 Seven Locks Rd.
Potomac, MD 20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2-Kindergarten
Programs for 2-Kindergarten, Full & Half Day, Before & After Care Programs, Enrichment Programs, Summer Camp, Lunch.
Gesher Jewish Day School
www.gesher-jds.org
admissions@gesher-jds.org
703-962-9216
4800 Mattie Moore Court
Fairfax, VA 22030
Location: Fairfax, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: K-8
Open House Dates: Mon., Oct. 11, 9:30AM-11AM,Tues., Nov. 9, 9:30AM-11AM, Sun., Jan. 9, 10AM-11:30AM. A K-8 education dedicated to academic excellence and creative expression in both General and Jewish Studies. Innovative curriculum, small class sizes, after school care, transportation, leadership and Jewish values.
Glenn Dale Montessori School
www.glenndalemontessori.org
admin@glenndalemontessori.org
301-805-2845
7500 Hillmeade Road
Glenn Dale, MD 20769
Location: US
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2-12
Open House Dates: Oct. 5, 9 AM-11 AM, Oct. 16, 2 PM-4 PM, Oct. 26, 9 AM-11 AM, Nov. 2, 9 AM-11 AM, Nov. 16, 9 AM-11 AM, Dec. 7, 9 AM-11 AM, Dec. 14, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 11, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 18, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 25, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 1, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 8, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 15, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 22, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 1, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 8, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 15, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 22, 9 AM-11 AM. GDMS is a Montessori school dedicated to providing its students with a challenging, stimulating, and thorough learning environment. The school also offers convenient before and after care services. We also offer foreign language and music programs.
Goddard School
www.GoddardSchool.com
1-800-GODDARD
Several convenient suburban locations
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 6 weeks - 6 years
Whether gently holding infants, encouraging toddlers to share, or providing preschoolers with enriching activities, we support the healthy development of children from 6 weeks to 6 years. Call or visit our web site to find a location near to you!
Good Shepherd Lutheran School
www.gslcva.org
preschool@gslcva.org
703-437-4511
1133 Reston Avenue
Herndon, VA 20170
Location: Herndon/Reston
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 - 5 years
Open House Dates: Aug. 3 & Aug. 10 Now Enrolling: Ages 2 1/2 - 5 Nurturing, Christian environment. We celebrate each child individually, focusing on the development of the whole child. Experienced, well-trained staff. Personal tours — All children welcome!
Grace Episcopal Day School
www.geds.org
chundley@geds.org
301-585-3513
9115 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Location #1: 9411 Connecticut Avenue
Location #2: Kensington, Maryland 20895
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 year olds through eighth grade
Open House Dates: Oct. 1, 9 AM & Nov. 11, 9 AM. Grace Episcopal Day School provides a rich and challenging curriculum and small classes for students age 3 through grade 8. The community is bound together by a common commitment to academic excellence, joy in learning and service to others.
Grace Episcopal School
www.graceschoolalex.org
admissions@graceschoolalex.org
703-549-5067
3601 Russell Road
Alexandria, VA 22305
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool (age 3) - Grade 5
For 50 years, Grace has fostered an enthusiasm for learning through our program of academic excellence in a nurturing environment.Students receive individual attention in small classes and learn to be critical thinkers and successful problem solvers.
Green Acres School
www.greenacres.org
admission@greenacres.org
301-881-4100
11701 Danville Drive
Rockville, MD 20852
Location: Montgomery County
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades PK - 8
Open House Dates: Sunday “Family Campus Visit”, Oct. 17, 1:30 PM-3:30 PM, Wed., Oct. 27, 9 AM-11 AM, Thurs., Nov. 11, 9 AM-11 AM, Tues., Nov. 30, 9 AM-11 AM, Wed., Dec. 15, 7 PM-8:30 PM, Thurs., Jan. 13, 9 AM-11 AM, Wed., Jan., 19, 9 AM-11 AM. Academic challenge, nurturing environment. Progressive: intentional, engaging curriculum & small classes focus on hands-on learning, problem solving, decision making. Extensive arts, PE, outdoors; 15 wooded acres. Superb high school/college placement.
The Griffin Academy of Westminster School
www.westminsterschool.com
703-256-3620
6800 Columbia Pike
Annandale, VA 22003
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-4
Opening Fall 2010. Developmentally Oriented Curriculum for 3- and 4-year-olds. 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio, Extended Care Available, Music, Art, French, Field Trips.
Holton-Arms School
www.holton-arms.edu
admit@holton-arms.edu
301-365-5300
7303 River Road
Bethesda, MD 20817
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 3 through 12
Open House Date: Nov. 7, 2010, 2 PM-5 PM. Holton is a vibrant place where girls are deeply engaged in the process of learning, and where because they are both challenged and nurtured, they develop self-confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of competence.
Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School
www.htrinity.org
admissions@htrinity.org
(Glenn Dale) 301-464-3215 or (Bowie) 301-262-5355
11902 Daisy Lane
Glenn Dale, MD 20769
Location #1: Glenn Dale
13106 Annapolis Road
Bowie MD 20720
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Bowie - Grades: 1-4, Glenn Dale - Grades: Preschool/K & Grades 5-8
Open House Dates: Nov. 11, 2010 & Jan. 10, 2011. We are a school for students who are willing and ready to be academically challenged. Our small classes and talented faculty ensure that all students learn to the best of their ability and successfully progress to higher levels of education.
Ivymount School and Programs
www.ivymount.org
301-469-0223
11614 Seven Locks Road
Rockville, MD 20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 4-21
Ivymount is a non-public day school that offers an integrated approach to learning that includes educational & therapeutic programs for students with learning disabilities, communication disorders, autism spectrum disorders, & multiple disabilities.
The Jefferson Montessori School
www.thejeffersonschool.com
301-840-8448
8507 Emory Grove Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2 years through 6 years
The Jefferson Montessori School is a pre-school and kindergarten providing a program which emphasizes intellectual, social, and physical development in a warm and nurturing environment.
Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation’s Capital
www.jpds.org
jpds.admission@jpds.org
202-291-jpds (5737)
6045 Sixteenth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20011
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Pre-k through grade 6
Open House Dates: Wed., Oct. 13, 9:30 AM, Thurs., Nov. 18, 7 PM, Thurs., Dec. 16, 9:30 AM & Wed., Jan. 5, 2011, 9:30 AM. Challenging and creative secular, Hebrew and Judaic curriculum, low student/teacher ratios. Fostering a love of learning, a sense of community and a solid moral foundation.
Kehilat Shalom Early Childhood Center
www.ksecc.org
asnyder@kehilatshalom.org
301-869-1929
9915 Apple Ridge Rd.
Gaithersburg, MD 20886
Integrated Judaic and secular developmentally appropriate curriculum. Hands on learning in a safe and nurturing environment. Hours 9 AM-3 PM.
Kenwood School
www.Kenwoodschool.com
Alison@Kenwoodschool.com
703-256-4711
4955 Sunset Lane
Annandale, VA 22003
Location: Fairfax
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Kindergarten through 6th grade
Open House Date: Apr. 30, 2011, 9 AM-12 PM. Kenwood is a charming environment to learn in; the classes are small which offers more one-on-one time with the teacher. The students receive an individualized experience which helps them grow and learn more than is possible in a large classroom.
KidsCo Jr. Preschool, Infant & Toddler Early Learning Center
www.KidsCoJr.com
A_Gerson@KidsCoOnline.com
301-740-9600
24555 Cutsail Drive
Damascus, MD 20872
Location: Very convenient for commuters! Custom building on MCPS school grounds!
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: Ages 6 weeks to 5 Years
Open House Dates: Wed., Aug. 4, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM, Wed., Aug. 11, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM, Wed., Aug. 18, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM, Wed., Aug. 25, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM, Wed., Sept. 1, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM. Child directed program; Emergent curriculum; Draws from energy, curiosity and creativity of children; Team members work closely with children to provide love, stability and guidance; Children, parents and team members work together as a community.
Loudoun Country Day School
www.lcds.org
info@lcds.org
703-777-3841
20600 Red Cedar Drive
Leesburg, VA 20175
Location: Off of Evergreen Mills Road in Leesburg and off of Shreve Mills Exit of the Greenway
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Prekindergarten through 8th grade
For 57 years, Loudoun Country Day School, an accredited, coeducational, Pre-K - 8th grade school has been educating students with a rigorous core curriculum in a nurturing environment. Our program includes many field trips and hands-on activities.
The Maddux School
www.madduxschool.org
amullins@madduxschool.org
301-469-0223
11614 Seven Locks Road
Rockville, MD 20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 to 7
Open House Dates: Oct. 20, Nov. 17 & Dec. 8. Small, structured, nurturing preschool to first grade classes offering developmentally-based, academically enriching activities with an emphasis on social language.
Manassas Christian Academy
www.manassaschristianacademy.org
mca1@minnieland.net
703-361-5113
8757 Signal Hill Road
Manassas, VA 20110
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Preschool – Kindergarten
Manassas Christian School
www.manassaschristianschool.org
lnaylor@minnieland.net
703-393-6555
9296 West Carondelet Drive
Manassas, VA 20111
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Kindergarten through 8th Grade
The Manor Montessori School
www.manormontessori.com
manormontessori@aol.com
Phone: 301-299-7400
Potomac, Rockville & Bethesda, MD
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2 - 9 Years
Affiliated with Association MONTESSORI INTERNATIONALE. Accredited by Maryland State Dept. of Education.
Minnieland
www.minnieland.com
703-680-2548
Corporate Office 4300 Prince William Parkway
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Location: 45 Northern Virginia Locations
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3 weeks - 12 years
Minnieland is an early care and education company that offers infant/toddler care, educational preschool programs, junior kindergarten, Montessori Programs, before and after school care, and summer and winter camps.
Montessori of Chantilly • Casa dei Bambini
www.montessoriofchantilly.com
info@mcdbc.com
703-961-0211
4212-F Technology Court
Chantilly, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 20 Months - 5 Years
Affiliated with American Montessori Society.
Montessori School of Chevy Chase
www.chevychasemontessori.com
camelot617@hotmail.com
202-362-6212
5312 Connecticut Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20015
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2-7
Ages 2 - 7 - Toddler Class - Multi Level Primary Class - Kindergarten - First Grade - Early Arrival - Extended Day until 6:00 PM - 9 Month or 12 Month Program - Competitive Reading and Math Curriculum - French -Art/Music- After School Activities
Montessori School of McLean
www.mcleanmontessori.org
703-790-1049
1711 Kirby Road
McLean, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 1/2-12
Preschool and Elementary classes. Spanish, French, Science, drama, music, P.E., computer, art, summer school, transportation available.
Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV)
www.msnv.org
703-256-9577
Hillbrook Campus: 6820 Pacific Lane, Annandale, VA 22003
Valleybrook Campus: 3433 Rose Lane Falls Church VA 22042
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2-12
MSNV is a private Montessori school and parent cooperative, serving children ages 2-12. Newly remodeled second campus in Falls Church opening for fall 2010! Details for regular school tours found at www.msnv.org.
Norbel School
norbelschool.org
info@norbelschool.org
410-796-6700
6135 Old Washington Road
Elkridge, MD 21075
Location: Howard County
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 6 - 21 years
Open House Dates: Sun., Oct. 17, 2010 at 2 PM, Thurs., Dec. 9, 2010 at 1 PM, Sun., Feb. 27, 2011 at 2 PM, Thurs., May 12, 2011 at 1 PM. Norbel School educates bright students in 1st-12th grades with a variety of learning challenges. Our supportive environment integrates an individualized educational & social development curriculum that maximizes a student’s academic & social success.
Nysmith School for the Gifted Inc
www.nysmith.com
mwhite@nysmith.com
703-713-3332
12625 EDS Drive
Herndon, VA 20171
Location: Fairfax
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3 years - 8th Grade
Family owned and operated since 1983, 620+ children 3 years through 8th Grade 1:9 Teacher Student Ratio, Award Winning. Daily Individualized reading and math, science, computers, logic, foreign language. Loving atmosphere with exciting curriculum.
Paul Public Charter School
www.paulcharter.org
202-291-7499
5800 Eighth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20011
Area Served: District of Columbia
Ages Served: Offering Grades 6-9
Open House Dates: Shadow Day- Mar. 18, 2011, 8:30 AM-3:30 PM, Open House- Mar. 19, 2011, 10 AM-2 PM. Paul offers an extensive liberal arts & character development curriculum designed to meet the needs of students through our “Triple A Program” - Academics, Arts & Athletics. Our students have a firm foundation to enter college preparatory high schools. Hours: 8 AM-5 PM.
Pinecrest School
www.pinecrestschool.org
admissions@pinecrestschool.org
703-354-3446
7209 Quiet Cove
Annandale, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Grade Levels: Preschool-6th Grade
Nurturing curiosity, confidence and love of learning. Preschool-Grade 6. Summer Camp. Individualized approach. Rigorous program. Positive social/emotional development.
The Primary Day School
www.theprimarydayschool.org
k.mcdanald@theprimarydayschool.org
301-365-4355
7300 River Road
Bethesda, MD 20817
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Pre-Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Open House Dates: Tues., Nov. 16, 2010, Thurs., Dec. 2, 2010. The Primary Day School’s rich and varied curriculum is designed to cultivate a love of learning and a strong academic and personal foundation in every child. Pre-Kindergarten-2nd Grade Before and After Programs
Reston Montessori School
www.restonmontessori.com
rmskm@aol.com;
office@restonmontessori.com
703-481-2922
1928 Isaac Newton Sq W
Reston, VA 20190
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 mths to 9 years
Half day/full day programs. French language and Music classes. Academic Therapy Services. Summer/Vacation camp.
St. George’s UMC Preschool
www.stgpreschool.com
information@stgpreschool.com
703-385-4422
4910 Ox Road
Fairfax, VA 22030
Location: near the intersection of Route 123 and Braddock Road, near George Mason University
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 - 5years old
St. George’s UMC Preschool believes learning should be fun! We incorporate age-appropriate hands-on experiences through directed and active play. We are dedicated to developing the whole child. Please call for a tour!
St. Paul Episcopal Preschool and Kindergarten
703-820-1134
3439 Payne Street
Falls Church, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2-5
Age appropriate curriculum. Ten month school program. Classes are small and center oriented.
Sandy Spring Friends School
www.ssfs.org
301-774-7455
16923 Norwood Road
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Location: MD
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: PK-12 coeducational day school
Open House Dates: Oct. 23, 10 AM-12 PM, Dec. 5, 10 AM-12 PM. College preparatory curriculum, Master teachers & limitless academic opportunities, International program, Traditional Quaker education, with focus on service, community, & leadership, Outstanding arts & athletics, Spectacular 140-acre campus.
Spring Bilingual Montessori School
www.springbma.org
info@springbma.org
301-962-7262
3514 Plyers Mill Road
Kensington, MD 20895
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 1/2 - 6 years
Open House Dates: Sat., Nov. 13 & Sat., Jan. 29. Founded in 1967, Spring Bilingual Montessori Academy has innovated and refined the concept of integrating a Montessori education with the acquisition of proficiency in a second language. Spring Academy has a academic program along with a summer camp.
Sunset Hills Montessori School
www.sunsethillsmontessori.com
office@sunsethillsmontessori.com
703-476-7477
11180 Ridge Heights Road
Reston, VA 20191
Location: Reston
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months to Grade 3
Open House Date: August 8, 2 PM-4 PM. Full Day Jr/Sr Kindergarten, Before and After School Care, Summer Camp, AMS affiliate.
United Cultural Academy
www.uc-academy.com
director@uc-academy.com
703-961-0190
4451 Brookfield Corporate Drive Suite 250
Chantilly, VA 20151
Location: Chantilly Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K-12
Open House Dates: Aug. 13, Aug. 20, Aug. 27 & Sept. 17. Education support services. High School Diplomas, tutoring, advisements and consulting. Home School support programs, Learning for Life skills classes, College Survival Seminars, College Prep courses, after school enrichment programs, job counseling.
Walden Montessori Academy
grodinl@aol.com
301-469-8123
7730 Bradley Blvd
Bethesda, MD 20817
Location: Bradley Blvd. at corner of Seven Locks Road
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2yrs. - 6yrs.
Walden Montessori is a small nurturing school established in 1981. We offer a warm environment where children can grow to love learning and establish basic skills to prepare them for life. Our teachers are fully Montessori certified.
Washington Episcopal School
www.w-e-s.org
dduff@w-e-s.org
301-652-7878
5600 Little Falls Parkway
Bethesda, MD 20816
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Nursery (3s) through Grade 8
Washington Episcopal School believes that learning should be joyful because academic excellence and happy children belong together. Independent; coeducational day; strong academics; arts; languages; technology; foreign study trips included in tuition.
Washington Waldorf School
www.washingtonwaldorf.org
llawson@washingtonwaldorf.org
301-229-6107, x 154
4800 Sangamore Road
Bethesda, MD 20816
Location: Bethesda
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Parent & baby classes through high school
Our developmentally based, integrative curriculum and innovative instructional methods help our students develop clear thinking, balance, initiative, and interest in improving the world. Our school offers excellent preparation for college and life.
Westminster School
www.westminsterschool.com
admissions@westminsterschool.com
703-256-3620
3819 Gallows Road
Annandale, VA 22003
Location: Northern Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool (age 3) - Grade 8
Since 1962...providing an accelerated curriculum steeped in the classics with an emphasis on the arts. French, Latin, Music, Art, Drama, Orchestra, Daily PE, & Multiple Field Trips. Bus Service & Extended Care Available. Preschool opening Fall 2010.
Westmoreland Children’s Center
www.westmorelandchildrenscenter.com
301-229-7161
5112 Allan Terrace
Bethesda, MD 20816
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2-11 years
Private, non-profit center with 3 locations. Licensed by MSDE as a nursery school and child care center and NAEYC accredited. Serving families since 1970, we offer a developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum. Year-round, Full/Part Time.
The Winchester School
www.thewinchesterschool.org
301-598-2266
3223 Bel Pre Road
Silver Spring, MD
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: Grade Levels: Pre-K-2nd
Open House Dates: Every Tues. & Thurs. morning by appointment. Challenging academics, stimulating art and music classes, daily Spanish, experienced teachers, warm and encouraging environment in which children thrive.
Word of Life Christian Academy
www.wolca.org
cfiraben@wolca.org
703-354-4222
5225 Backlick Road
Springfield, VA 22151
Location: Corner of Backlick and Edsall Roads
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool-12th Grade
Open House Dates: Feb. 19, 9 AM-12 PM. Christian school with the personal touch. Since 1979. Tours available. Before and after care, small classes, fully accredited, strong academics, sports, lunch program, P.E., Foreign Language, College Preparatory, AP Classes. Fully accredited. Conveniently located.
YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
www.ymcadc.org
Linda.Blake@ymcadc.org
1-800-473-YMCA
1112 16th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
Location: Locations serving DC, MD & VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Ages 4 and over depending on location
The YMCA’s childcare and afterschool programs are based on the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Our advanced programs include academic enrichment, social development and physical wellness.
Tutoring, Therapy & Special Needs
Behavioral Therapy & Consultation VA, LLC/Family Priority, LLC
www.familypriority.net,
www.eakinbehaviorconsult.org
kellyeakin@familypriority.net
703-537-0700 Ext 223
11350 Random Hills Road
Fairfax, VA 22030
Location: Northern Virginia
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: infant-21
Providing behavior treatment, based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, for children and families that have been diagnosed with ADHD, Conduct Disorders, EBD, Autism, Aspergers, and other behavioral difficulties in the Northern VA area.
Cantwell Vision Therapy Centers
www.cantwellvisiontherapy.com
703-941-3937
7002-B Little River Turnpike
Annandale, VA 22003
703-729-3545
44031 Pipeline Plaza, Suite 225
Ashburn, VA 20147
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: All
Vision therapy for learning-related vision problems.
Classic Tales ‘n Tunes LLC
www.classictnt.com
info@classictnt.com
703-848-9808
Location: Classes held at community centers - Alexandria, Arlington, Falls Church and Vienna. Programs privately through preschools, day care centers and private homes.
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Birth to adult.
Four program choices, which may include English, ASL, Spanish, stories, puppets, music, & movement. Private in-home lessons in voice, piano, flute & Spanish. Educator training at your site. Fairfax County Human Rights award winner.
Community Academy Public Charter School (CAPCS) Online
www.k12.com/dc
jsloane@k12.com
866-339-8759
Area Served: DC & VA
Ages Served: K-8
CAPCS Online of Washington, D.C. and K12 give DC kids in grades K-8 the chance to learn in the ways that are right for them, tuition free. Every subject is delivered online, with hands-on activities, plus books and support from expert teachers.
Expressive Therapy Center, LLC
www.expressivetherapycenter.com
info@expressivetherapycenter.com
301-869-1017 & 703-349-0366
14808 Physicians Lane, Suite 111
Rockville, MD 20850
Location #1: Rockville
Location #2: Chevy Chase
Location #3: McLean
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-64
Expressive Therapy Center is a multidisciplinary group mental health practice serving the Greater Washington area. We provide individual, couple, and family therapy as well as support groups for all ages.
FamilyFirst Psychological Services
www.familyfirstva.com
703-938-9090
115 Park Street SE Suite 207
Vienna, VA 22180
Location: In the heart of old town Vienna
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: children, adolescents, and adults
Our licensed psychologists are dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and adults feel better. We offer psychoeducational/psychological testing and therapy services. We treat depression, anxiety, ADHD, parenting stress, and behavioral problems.
Family, Infant and Child Care Center
www.arcmontmd.org
301-279-2165
332 West Edmonston Drive
Rockville, MD 20852
Location: Rockville
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 6 weeks to 5 years old
Specialized infant and childcare Developmentally appropriate enrichment activities Pediatric Registered Nurses on site Liaison to Infant and Toddlers Program Credentialed Child Care Teachers Licensed by the Maryland Child Care Administration
Ivymount Outreach Programs
www.ivymountoutreach.org
301-469-0223
11614 Seven Locks Road
Rockville, MD 20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 0 to 21
Ivymount Outreach Programs helps children achieve to become more competent communicators, motor performers, and learners. We provide assessments, consultations, therapy, training, and other services to children, families, schools, and agencies.
Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF)
www.mansef.org/contact_us.php
mansef@aol.com
410-938-4413
Baltimore, MD 21285
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 3-21
Nearly 100 nonpublic state-approved special education schools offer specialized services to students with disabilities. Contact MANSEF for more information and a directory of these publicly funded schools.
Northern Virginia Tutoring Service
www.nvtutoring.com
drperrino@nvtutoring.com
703-534-5779
Falls Church, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Elementary to Adult
Individualized home-based tutoring, all levels, all subjects. PSAT, SAT/ACT, SOL, PRAXIS, LSAT, GRE prep, Foreign languages, academic coaching/mentoring, writing, research strategies, reports/term papers.
Peg Wilson, M.S. O.T.R/L
myrtlepeg@aol.com
703-683-0259
301 N. Fairfax St., Ste. 106
Alexandria, VA 22314
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Certified in sensory integration and neurodevelopmental treatment; specialize in sensorimotor/functional difficulties involving sensory processing disorders, postural motor disorders, fine motor delays, visual motor delays, and feeding disorders.
Tripathi Learning and Enrichment Center
learn@tripathi.com
703-893-6222
6801 Whittier Avenue, Suite 205
McLean, VA 22101
Location: McLean
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2nd grade through college
Exceptional tutoring in math (prealgebra to calculus), science (physics, chemistry, biology, regular, GT and beyond), English and Test prep for SAT,SAT II, SSAT, ISEE, SOL, GRE, GMAT, MCAT and LSAT, and TJ/Blair/Poolesville/Rich Mont. entrance tests.
Tutoring Club of McLean / North Arlington / Falls Church
www.TutoringClub.com
McLeanVA@TutoringClub.com
703.237.TUTOR (8886)
6228 Old Dominion Drive
McLean, VA 22101
Location: McLean / North Arlington / Falls Church
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Students in K-12
Tutoring Club helps K-12 students build skills, improve grades & lift spirits. We specialize in providing diagnostic testing; reading, writing & math tutoring; homework assistance; & SAT preparation skills. Our proven formula is guaranteed.
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