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*** Nysmith School for the Gifted Inc
www.nysmith.com
mwhite@nysmith.com
Phone: 703-713-3332
Fax: 703 652-0047
12625 EDS Drive
Herndon
Virginia
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.
*** Randolph-Macon Academy
www.rma.edu
admission@rma.edu
Phone: 800-272-1172
Fax: 540-636-5419
200 Academy Drive
Front Royal
VA
22630
Location: Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 6-12
Co-ed, boarding school with Air Force JROTC for grades 9-12. Graduating classes average over $5.5 million in college scholarships. Summer programs available.
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
www.acornhill.org
info@acornhill.org
Phone: 301-565-2282
Fax: 301-565-8878
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.
Alexandria Country Day School
www.acdsnet.org
admissions@acdsnet.org
Phone: 703-548-4804
Fax: 703-549-9022
2400 Russell Road
Alexandria
VA
22301
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Grades: K-8
An independent school community. 240 students – Grades K-8. Small classes of 10-15 students. Award-winning faculty. AM/PM care offered. Transportation available. Safe, secure environment – all classes held in one building.
Apple Montessori School
www.applems.com
AppleMontessori@aol.com
Phone: 301-320-8832
7210 Hidden Creek Road
Bethesda
MD
20817
Ages Served: 2 yrs.-6 yrs.
Apple Montessori is an independent school tucked away on five acres in a quiet Bethesda neighborhood. We provide a warm, nurturing community for children ages 2 through 6. Our mission is to nurture the young child’s innate desire to learn.
Arris Montessori Academy
www.arrismontessori.com
mrs.beitzel@arrismontessori.com
Phone: 703-858-2800
Fax: 571-291-2598
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
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.
Auburn School
http://www.theauburnschool.org
admissions@theauburnschool.org
Phone: Herndon: (703) 793-9353; Silver Spring: (301) 588-8048; Baltimore: (410) 321-4799
Fax: (703) 793-9355
13525 Dulles Technology Drive, Suite 101
Herndon
VA
20171
Location: Silver Spring Campus: 9545 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910;Baltimore Campus: 1710 Dulaney Valley Road, Lutherville, MD 21093
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K-8 (K-10 at Herndon Campus)
Mission: The mission of The Auburn School is to grow the social and academic potential of bright students with social and communication challenges. Auburn's program simultaneously supports the development of academic skills, social competency and pragmatic language in an engaging educational environment. Auburn's program is designed for students who can benefit from these supports, including, but not limited to, students who are diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome/ASD, PDD-NOS, NVLD or ADHD.
Location #1: Herndon Campus: 13525 Dulles Technology Drive · Suite 101 · Herndon, VA 20171
Location #2: Silver Spring Campus: 9545 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Location # 3: Baltimore Campus: 1710 Dulaney Valley Road, Lutherville, MD 21093; Open House: 4/24/13 at 10:00AM and 6/7/13 at 10:00AM
Barrie School
http://www.barrie.org
admissions@barrie.org
Phone: 301-576-2800
Fax: 301-576-2803
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
Phone: 703.961.8222
Fax: 571.333.5226
5003 Westone Plaza
Chantilly
VA
20151
Location #1: Highway 28; Westfields Blvd West; Left on Stonecroft; Left on Westone
Location #2: Ashburn Campus, 43629 Greenway Corporate Drive, Ashburn, VA 20147
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Infants through Private Kindergarten; Before/After School and Holiday/Summer Camps through Age 12
Providing the foundation for academic success, classes in foreign language, technology, art, and music are taught daily. Small class sizes promote individualized learning by degreed, experienced faculty. Curriculum exceeds VA Standards of Learning.
BeanTree Learning
www.beantreelearning.com
Phone: 571.223.3110
Fax: 571.333.5226
43629 Greenway Corporate Drive
Ashburn
VA
20147
Location: Located off of Shellhorn Road in between Loudoun County Parkway and Ashburn Village Blvd.
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Infants through Private Kindergarten; Before/After School and Holiday/Summer Camps through Age 12
Providing the foundation for academic success, classes in foreign language, technology, art and music taught daily. Small classes sizes promote individualized learning by degreed, experienced faculty. Curriculum exceeds VA Standards of Learning.
Beauvoir, the National Cathedral Elementary School
www.beauvoirschool.org
Phone: 202-537-6485
Fax: 202-537-6512
3500 Woodley Road NW
Washington
DC
20016
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades: PK-3
Beauvoir provides an educational environment fostering a lifetime of enthusiasm for learning and growth while nurturing the spiritual, ethical, intellectual, emotional, physical and social development.
Broad Branch Children's House
www.metromontessori.com/bbch
bbch@metromontessori.com
Phone: 202-232-2233
Fax: 202-248-4302
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
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
Phone: 703-356-KIDS
1830 Kirby Road
McLean
VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3 - 10
Spanish, dance, art & music, summer camp, drama, outdoor adventure program, extracurricular activities.
Browne Academy
www.browneacademy.org
dhopke@browneacademy.org
Phone: 703-960-3000
Fax: 703-960-7325
5917 Telegraph Road
Alexandria
VA
22310
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 years through Grade 8
Browne Academy is a co-ed day school enrolling students in Preschool (age 3)–Grade 8. We are dedicated to the development of the individual child as an independent, lifelong learner who embraces the core values of excellence, diversity and character.
Burgundy Farm Country Day School
karic@burgundyfarm.org
Phone: 703-960-3431
Fax: 703-960-5056
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria
Virginia
22303
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: JK-8th Grade
Hands-on, collaborative learning on a 25-acre campus in Alexandra - - minutes from the beltway. Diverse, nurturing community. A place where learning comes ALIVE!
CommuniKids Preschool & Children's Language Center
http://www.communikids.com
dc@communikids.com
Phone: 202-363-0133
Fax: 202-363-0144
4719 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington
DC
20016
Location: Washington, DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 5
At CommuniKids, our language-immersion, play-based programs are designed to equip our students with the skills needed for success in today's world. Our DC location offers a Spanish-immersion preschool for ages 2 1/2 to 5. Extended care available.
CommuniKids Preschool & Children's Language Center
http://www.communikids.com
fc@communikids.com
Phone: 703-534-2221
Fax: 703-534-2225
510 N. Washington Street, Suite 400
Falls Church
VA
22046
Location: Falls Church. VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 5
At CommuniKids, our language-immersion, play-based programs are designed to equip our students with the skills needed for success in today's world. Our VA location offers a Spanish- and French-immersion preschool for ages 2 1/2 to 5. Extended care.
Concord Hill School
sarzt@concordhill.org
Phone: 301-654-2626
Fax: 301-654-1374
6050 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase
Maryland
20815
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Age 3 through grade 3
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.
County Christian School
www.countychristianschool.org
admissions@countychristianschool.org
Phone: 703-729-5968
21673 Beaumeade Circle, Suite 600
Ashburn
VA
20147
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool 3’s-8th Grade
Loudoun County’s only ACSI accredited school! Preschool-8th grade. Full Day Kindergarten. Certified teachers. Rigorous academics; Competitive Middle School sports/Upward sports K-6th; 1-20/SEVIS authorized; NILD; Drama; Choir; Photography/Yearbook.
Early Childhood Center
www.eccpreschool.com
earlychildhoodcenter@verizon.net
Phone: 301-424-8065
Fax: 301-424-8061
100 Welsh Park Drive, Building 2
Rockville
MD
20850
Location: Rockville, Maryland
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2-year-olds through PreKindergarten
“Where We Play to Learn”- ECC offers a positive preschool that fosters a love of learning through a child-centered program in a nurturing community. Parents applaud our small class sizes & highly trained teachers. “2010 Best for Families” Finalist.
Edmund Burke School
www.eburke.org
Phone: 202-362-8882
4101 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington
DC
20008
Location: DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 6-12
Coed, college-prep school offers a challenging and creative academic program in a warm, supportive and inclusive environment.
Epworth Preschool & Kindergarten
www.epworthsteeple.org - click on the "Preschool" button
epworth.preschool@eumc-md.org
Phone: 301-977-3421
Fax: 301-977-3421
9008 Rosemont Drive
Gaithersburg
MD
20877
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2 years through Kindergarten
Children find a warm, supportive atmosphere that fosters creativity and individual growth through exploration and experimentation. Developmentally-appropriate, MSDE-approved curriculum for ages 2-K; degreed teachers; low student/teacher ratios.
Evergreen School
www.evergreenschool.com
admissions@evergreenschool.com
Phone: 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.
FB Meekins Cooperative Preschool
http://www.fbmeekins.org
membership@fbmeekins.org
Phone: 703-938-3588
900 Maple Avenue, East
Vienna
VA
22180
Location: Vienna VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 through 5
Join us at FB Meekins to see firsthand why "learning through play" is the way preschoolers learn best!
Feynman School
www.feynmanschool.org
info@feynmanschool.org
Phone: 301-330-9652
15601 Germantown Rd.
Darnestown
MD
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades: PS-8
Opening in 2010 in Montgomery County, Feynman School will offer gifted 3- and 4-year-olds the opportunity to learn in a fun, science-based, bilingual environment that celebrates and nurtures their natural inquisitiveness. Will grow to serve PS-8.
Friends Community School
www.friendscommunityschool.org
connie@friendscommunityschool.org
Phone: 301-441-2100
Fax: 301-441-2105
5901 Westchester Park Drive
College Park
MD
20740
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Kindergarten - 8th grade
We nurture lifelong learners, courageous risk-takers, and joyous peacemakers. We welcome students of all backgrounds, teach to the whole child, and offer exciting, experiential, and vigorous curricula. Advance to leading high schools area-wide.
Geneva Day School
www.genevadayschool.org
office@genevadayschool.org
Phone: 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.
Georgetown Day School
www.gds.org
Phone: 202-295-3200
Fax: 202364-9603
4530 MacArthur Blvd, NW
Washington
DC
20007
Location #1: Lower Middle School Campus
Location #2: High School Campus
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 5-18
Georgetown Day School (GDS) offers an educational program that fosters a love of learning while providing serious instruction in the academic disciplines, the arts, and physical education and athletics. Read more about GDS online at www.gds.org.
Gesher Jewish Day School
www.gesher-jds.org
admissions@gesher-jds.org
Phone: 703-962-9216
Fax: 703-978-2668
4800 Mattie Moore Court
Fairfax
VA
22030
Location: Fairfax, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: K-8
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.
Gesher Jewish Day School
www.gesher-jds.org
dmendelson@gesher-jds.org
Phone: 703-962-9216
Fax: 703-978-2668
4800 Mattie Moore Court
Fairfax
VA
22030
Location: Northern Virginia
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: K-8
For three decades Gesher has been the center of learning for Jewish children of all backgrounds throughout Northern VA. A rigorous general studies curriculum, Jewish studies and Hebrew language provide a dual education K through Middle School.
Grace Episcopal School
www.graceschoolalex.org
admissions@graceschoolalex.org
Phone: 703-549-5067
Fax: 703-549-9545
3601 Russell Road
Alexandria
Virginia
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 & successful problem solvers.
Green Acres School
www.greenacres.org
admission@greenacres.org
Phone: 301-881-4100
Fax: 301-881-3319
11701 Danville Drive
Rockville
Maryland
20852
Location: Montgomery County
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades PK - 8
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.
Green Hedges School
www.greenhedges.org
ldixon@greenhedges.org
Phone: 703-938-8323
415 Windover Avenue, NW
Vienna
VA
22180
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Montessori Ages: 3-6 Grades: 1-8
Campus Tours are every Wednesday at 9am. Join Green Hedges every Wednesday morning at 9am for a Campus Tour. Come glimpse the boundless future awaiting your child at Green Hedges.
Holly Brook Montessori School
www.preschoolmontessori.com
Phone: 703-573-7800
2455 Gallows Road
Dunn Loring
VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3-6
Children learn in an intimate and unpretentious atmosphere, where they respect themselves and others and care for the environment around them.
Hunter Mill Montessori School
www.preschoolmontessori.com
Phone: 703-938-7755
2709 Hunter Mill Rd.
Oakton
VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2.9-6
Providing an intimate and nurturing environment for 2.9-6 year olds to develop their independence through the Montessori experience.
Ivymount School and Programs
www.ivymount.org
Phone: 301-469-0223
11614 Seven Locks Road
Rockville
MD
20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 4-21
Contact for Open House Dates. 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.
Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation's Capital
www.jpds.org
jpds.admission@jpds.org
Phone: 202-291-jpds (5737)
Fax: 202-291-9750
6045 Sixteenth Street, NW
Washington
DC
20011
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Pre-k - grade 6
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.
Kenwood School
www.Kenwoodschool.com
Alison@Kenwoodschool.com
Phone: 703-256-4711
Fax: 703-256-0659
4955 Sunset Lane
Annandale
VA
22003
Location: Fairfax
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Kindergarten through 6th grade
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.
Lake Forest Academy
http://www.lfanet.org
info@lfanet.org
Phone: 847-615-3267
Fax: 847-295-8149
1500 W Kennedy Rd
Lake Forest
IL
60045
Area Served: Everywhere
Ages Served: Grades 9-12
Founded in 1857, Lake Forest Academy is a co-ed, college-preparatory boarding and day school serving 425 academically bright and motivated students in grades 9-12. We are located 30 miles north of Chicago. Students come to LFA from across the globe.
Little Flock Preschool and Good Shepherd Christian Academy
www.goodshepherdca.org
Phone: 703-591-1216
Fax: 571-234-4589
11911 Braddock Road
Fairfax
VA
22030
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 years-2nd grade
At Little Flock, we understand the importance of early childhood education. We believe that the preschool years are the most important years to foster a love of learning that prepares each child for elementary school. Our program of academic and play
Loudoun Country Day School
www.lcds.org
amy.warner@lcds.org, info@lcds.org
Phone: 703-777-3841
Fax: 703/771-1347
20600 Red Cedar Drive
Leesburg
VA
20175
Location: Off Evergreen Mills Road
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 4-14
Coed,PK-8th grade, nonsectarian, nonprofit indep. school, cultivating the intellectual, social, emotional, & phys. growth of each child. We have a rigorous core curriculum, nurturing environ.,& extensive prog. in for. lang/arts/technology/athletics
Lowell School
www.lowellschool.org
mbelton@lowellschool.org
Phone: 202-577-2000
1640 Kalmia Road, NW
Washington
DC
20012
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: PK - 8th grade
Founded in 1965 . Coed. Enrollment: 300 . Average Class Size: 16 . Student-Teacher Ration: 6:1 . Progress Report Grading System . Spanish beginning in Grade K . Tuition Range: $15,515 - $28,252 . 20+ computers and laptop programs . Internet Access . Enrichment Activities . Sports . Extended Day . Summer Program . Aquatics . Woodworking. A diverse and inclusive community of lifelong learners; an active, challenging, and integrated curriculum; an education that promotes personal voice, choice and action.
Metropolitan Educational Consulting Group, LLC (MEC Group)
www.mec-group.org
2Contactus@mec-group.org
Phone: 202-537-0091
Fax: 202-244-2851
5247 Wisconsin Ave, Suite 2
Washington
DC
20015
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool through High School
MEC Group,LLC assists families in DC, MD and VA with the school selection and admission process. Serving students preschool through high school, our goal is to identify the school that is the "right fit" for each child. Contact us at 202-537-0091.
Minds In Motion Academy
www.mindsinmotionva.com
mimteachers@gmail.com
Phone: 703-392-5055
7171 New Market Court
Manassas
VA
20109
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades: K – 6
The Minds in Motion Academy is a unique educational environment that combines academics, sensory motor intervention, & social support in one setting. Our individualized approach enables students to build the confidence necessary for ongoing success.
Montessori School of Cedar Lane
www.preschoolmontessori.com
Phone: 703-560-4379
3035 Cedar Lane
Fairfax
VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3-6
Providing over 35 years of Montessori tradition to Northern Virginia. Helping children develop a life long love of learning.
Montessori School of McLean
www.mcleanmontessori.org
Phone: 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.
Norbel School
norbelschool.org
info@norbelschool.org
Phone: 410 796 6700
Fax: 410 796 7661
6135 Old Washington Road
Elkridge
Maryland
21075
Location: Howard County
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 6 - 21 years
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.
Oakland School
www.oaklandschool.net
admissions@oaklandschool.net
Phone: 434-293-9059
Boyd Tavern
Keswick
VA
22947
Area Served: Boarding students are from VA, MD, DC, across the US and Abroad. Day students are from the Charlottesville-Richmond, VA area.
Ages Served: 6 - 14 at admission
Oakland School is a co-ed boarding and day school for children with learning differences such as dyslexia, processing disorders and ADHD. The student to teacher ratio is 5:1 and students have individualized programs tailored to their special needs.
Olney Adventist Preparatory School
www.olneyprep.org
jamiw@pcsda.org
Phone: 301-570-2500
Fax: 301-570-0400
4100 Olney Laytonsville Rd
Olney
Maryland
20832
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Kindergarten - Eighth Grades
Olney Adventist Preparatory School is a Kindergarten through 8th grade Christian school in Olney, Maryland. Our rigorous academic program is complimented by small class sizes and individualized instruction. Children are challenged to excellence.
Oneness-Family School
www.onenessfamilyschool.org
admissions@onenessfamily.org
Phone: (301)-652-7751
Fax: 301-718-6214
6701 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase
MD
20815
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 years to 8th Grade
Progressive, international Montessori school featuring integrated academics, art, music, yoga, conflict resolution, foreign languages, outdoor education, community service & performance arts.
Paint Branch Montessori School
www.pbmontessori.com
info@pbmontessori.com
Phone: 301-434-0373
Fax: 301-434-0373 (call first)
10309 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring
Maryland
20903
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 to 12
Founded 1975•Full Montessori curriculum•Nurturing, dedicated,trained teachers•Diverse student population•Low student to teacher ratio•Extended day care•Summer program•Active parent community•Enrichment programs:P.E.,Music,Art & Spanish
Pinecerst School
www.pinecrestschool.org
admissions@pinecrestschool.org
Phone: 703-354-3446
Fax: 703-354-0502
7209 Quiet Cove
Annandale
VA
22003
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Three-Year-Old Preschool - Grade 6
Pinecrest School has nurtured curiosity, confidence & a love of learning since 1957. The school provides a positive & caring environment for student development for children age 3 - 6th grade. Differentiated academics, family involvement, after-care.
Pinecrest School
www.pinecrestschool.org
admissions@pinecrestschool.org
Phone: 703-354-3446
Fax: 703-354-0502
7209 Quiet Cove
Annandale
VA
22003
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Three-Year-Old Preschool - Grade 6
Preschool – Grade 6 / Summer Camp. Nurturing curiosity, confidence & love of learning. Individualized approach. Rigorous academics.
Positive social/emotional development.
Potomac Crescent Waldorf School
www.potomaccrescentschool.org
information@potomaccrescentschool.org
Phone: 703-486-1309
Fax: 703.486.1309
923 South 23rd Street
Arlington
VA
22202
Location: Crystal City
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 years to Third Grade
An Inspired Approach to Learning. Waldorf education nurtures the whole child-head, heart and hands-with developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Each classroom offers a beautiful and stimulating environment where childhood naturally unfolds.
Potomac Valley Academy Daycare & Preschool
www.pvachurch.com
m.tivoli@pvachurch.com
Phone: 301-253-1022
Fax: 301-515-1816
22901 Ridge Road
Clarksburg
MD
20876
Location #1: Located in Germantown on Rt. 27 near Arora Hills
Location #2: Germantown
Location #3: Clarksburg
Location #4: Damascus
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 6 weeks - 5 years
Your child deserves the best! We offer a loving & nurturing enviornment where children can grow and develop spititually, educationally, socially and emotionally while they interact with others.
Redwood Montessori Academy
www.redwoodmontessorimd.com
info@redwoodmontessorimd.com
Phone: 301-762-2524
Fax: none
1605 Veirs Mill Road
Rockville
MD
20851
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2-11
Providing a stimulating and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. We give each child personal, social, and academic skills that will support a lifetime of learning and self-fulfillment. From age 2 through 5th grade.
Reston Montessori School
www.restonmontessori.com
office@restonmontessori.com
Phone: 703-481-2922
1928 Isaac Newton Square West
Reston
VA
20190
Location: Reston, VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 months-3rd grade
Established in 1987, Reston Montessori School is a private, co-educational school for children from 3 months through third grade.
Shining Stars Montessori Academy PCS
www.shiningstarsdc.org
amuhammad@shiningstarsdc.org
Phone: 202.319.2307
Fax: 202.319.2309
1328 Florida Ave., NW - Annex bldg
Washington, DC
Area Served: District of Columbia
Ages Served: 3 years old, up to 6th grade
Shining Stars Montessori Academy is a free, urban, AMI centered public charter school in DC. We offer children ,ages 3 and up, a quality Montessori education, infused with culturally inclusive principles. Please visit www.shiningstarsdc.org for info.
Sleepy Hollow Preschool
http://sleepyhollowpreschool.com
info@sleepyhollowpreschool.com
Phone: (703) 941-9791
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 - 5
Sleepy Hollow Preschool has been in existence for over 60 years, serving children aged 2-5 years old. At Sleepy Hollow our children learn through play, develop positive self-esteem, how to make decisions and trust themselves.
Spring Bilingual Montessori Academy
www.springbma.org
sbma_office@yahoo.com
Phone: 301-962-7262
Fax: 301-962-7263
3514 Plyers Mill Rd.
Kensington
MD
20895
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 1/2 - 6 years
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. We are open-year round for academic programs and summer camp.
St. Columba's Nursery School
www.stcolumbadc.org
school@columba.org
Phone: 202.742.1980
Fax: 202.742.1684
4201 Albemarle Street, NW
Washington
DC
20016
Location: Tenleytown
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-5
At SCNS we believe that each child, each family, and each staff member has an infinite capacity to learn and grow. We cultivate their God-given and unique abilities in a joyful atmosphere of supported inquiry, sociability, and inclusion.
St. George's UMC Preschool
www.stgpreschool.com
information@stgpreschool.com
Phone: 703-385-4422
Fax: 703-385-7771
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. Music & Movement Program offered weekly for all classes. NEW - Extended Day program @ 12:00 - 2:00 on Monday - Friday. Please call for a tour!
St. Mark Catholic School
bschneider@stmark.org
Phone: 703 281 9103
Fax: 703 766 3430
9972 Vale Road
Vienna
VA
22181
Location: serving students in the Vienna, Oakton, Reston, Fairfax areas
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: preschool through 8th grade
Catholic School serving students in preschool through 8th grades.
St. Martin's School
www.smsmd.org
principal@smsm.org
Phone: 301-990-2441
Fax: 301-990-2688
115 South Frederick Avenue
Gaithersburg
MD
29877
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Pre-Kindergarten-Grade 8
St. Martin of Tours School is a Catholic elementary school located in Gaithersburg, Maryland and affiliated with the Archdiocese of Washington. St. Martin’s holds the distinction for being the first Catholic School established in Montgomery County.
The Catholic Diocese of Arlington
http://www.arlingtondiocese.org/catholicschools/index.php
catholicschools@arlingtondiocese.org
Phone: 703-841-2519
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Pre-School through High School
The Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Arlington serve over 17,000 students throughout Northern Virginia. Our 38 elementary and 4 high schools are committed to providing an excellent academic education rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Congressional Schools of Virginia
www.congressionalschools.org
info@csov.org
Phone: 703-533-9711
Fax: 703-532-5467
3229 Sleepy Hollow Road
Falls Church
VA
22042
Location: Falls Church, Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Infant through Grade 8
Sports • Extended Day • Summer Program
Foreign language in Jr. Kindergarten • Advanced mathematics • Global travel opportunities • Lifetime fitness program • 40 acre campus • Academic summer classes
The Del Ray Montessori School
www.thedelraymontessorischool.com
delraymontessori@thedelraymontessorischool.com
Phone: 703.980.9409
100 E. Windsor Ave.
Alexandria
Virginia
22301
Location: United States
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 - 9
Established in 2011 by educators and parents, our goal is to create a rich, stimulating school environment that will unite a community of students, families and staff to support the optimum development of the child and foster a love of learning.
The Early Learning Center
www.ttlc.org/elc.htm
kking@ttlc.org
Phone: 301.738.6424
Fax: 301.424.8063
14901 Dufief Mill Road
North Potomac
MD
20878
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 6 weeks- 5 years
Providing quality childcare and preschool programs in a safe and nurturing environment for over 20 years, utilizing the Creative Curriculum. Our newly renovated center is located in a quiet residential area with over a half acre of green space.
The Franklin Schools
www.montessori-mmi.com
montessori@hers.com
Phone: 301-279-2799
10500 Darnestown Rd.
Rockville
MD
20850
Ages Served: 2 yrs.-Kindergarten
Franklin provides an enriched Montessori program with endless opportunities for growth & learning so each child maintains a joy for learning & reaches his maximum potential. Franklin embraces cultural diversity & fosters mutual respect & cooperation.
The Griffin Academy of Westminster School
www.westminsterschool.com
Phone: 703-256-2035
6800 Columbia Pike
Annandale
VA
22003
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-4
Developmentally Oriented Curriculum for 3- and 4-year-olds. 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio, Uniforms, Extended Care, Music, Art, French, Field Trips.
The Maddux School
www.madduxschool.org
amullins@madduxschool.org
Phone: 301.469.0223
11614 Seven Locks Road
Rockville
MD
20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 to 8
Small, structured, nurturing preschool to second grade classes offering developmentally-based, academically enriching activities with an emphasis on social language.
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
The River School
http://www.riverschool.net
info@riverschool.net
Phone: 202-337-3554
Fax: 202-337-3534
4880 MacArthur Boulevard, NW
Washington
DC
20007
Location: Located in the Pallisades neighborhood of DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months through 3rd Grade
The River School fosters children’s growth in social cognition, independence, communication, creativity and problem-solving in a nurturing & developmentally appropriate environment. Class size is 8-14 children with two master's level professionals.
The Woods Academy
www.woodsacademy.org
admissions@woodsacademy.org
Phone: 301-365-3080
Fax: 301-469-6439
6801 Greentree Road
Bethesda
MD
20817
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Age 3 to 8th Grade
Private, Catholic, Co-Ed; Montessori pre-school (Ages 3-6) and Grades 1-8; Daily French or Spanish; Small classes, computer labs, robotics, fine arts, competitive athletics
Thomas Jefferson Preparatory School
www.tjprep.org
admin@tjprep.org
Phone: 301-330-7550
Fax: 301-330-7554
12801 Darnestown Road
Darnestown
Maryland
20878
Location: Gaithersburg
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 3-13
Challenging 21st century academic environment that generates interest instills curiosity and fires the excitement of learning. Pre K-8th grade, coed, small class size, technology and student laptops, smart boards in each class room, sibling discount
Top Hat Montessori
www.tophatmontessori.com
sfletcher@tophatmontessori.com
Phone: 240-813-0713
18203D Flower Hill Way
Gaithersburg
MD
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 18 months - 5 years old
Top Hat Montessori offers a variety of choices from half-day preschool to all day care for your child. Early arrivers receive a nutritious breakfast, and all children learn to prepare their own morning and afternoon snacks.
Washington Christian Academy
www.washingtonchristian.org
twilson@washingtonchristian.org
Phone: (240)390-0429
Fax: (240)559-0115
16227 Batchellors Forest Road
Olney
Maryland
20832
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K-12
Washington Christian Academy is a K-12 college prep school located on 60 acres in Olney, Maryland. WCA provides a reverent, adventurous, and academically serious education.
Washington International School
www.wis.edu
Phone: 202-243-1791
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
A unique international and multicultural experience in a safe and nurturing environment.
Washington Waldorf School
http://www.washingtonwaldorf.org/
llawson@washingtonwaldorf.org
Phone: 301-229-6107
Fax: 301-229-9379
4800 Sangamore Road
Bethesda
MD
20816
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Infant - 12th Grade
Our integrative curriculum & innovative instructional method provide a unique, developmentally appropriate education. Encouraging clear thinking, balanced feeling, & initiative, our academic, artistic & practical program offers A Better Way to Learn
Westminster School
www.westminsterschool.com
admissions@westminsterschool.com
Phone: 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
Phone: 301-229-7161
Fax: 301-320-7599
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.
White Flint Children’s House
www.wfchm.com
wfchedu@yahoo.com
Phone: 301-230-9720
11810 Parklawn Drive
Rockville
MD
20852
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 yrs.-K
During our extended 11-month school year, we combine an amazing facility with Montessori-certified teachers for one of the best educations available. We have a strong school community and a proud history of diversity and happy, successful students!
