One of four campuses in the Virginia area, the Montesorri Children's Center in Falls Church serves children from ages six months to seven years old. The school boasts an international staff.
Berwyn Montessori is a small private preschool teaching children using the Montessori method, which focuses on turning the classroom into a "child-sized world" that they can safely explore and learn within. Located right in town, this school serves children ages 3-6 with dedication and understanding.
Founded initially in 1978, Cedar Creek Montessori School has operated in its current location, in the Berkeley Friends Church building, for more than 20 years. Working under the principles of Montessori education, which include fostering children's natural curiosity and environmental exploration, the private preschool takes in about 40 students a year, which they break up into two separate classes of mixed age and gender children. Its site features a large playground and high surrounding fences. School days are broken up into two sessions, and parents can choose how often they want their children to be in school. Admissions information can be found on the school's website.
The Montessori School of Sonoma consists of a single-story wooden building on a 3-acre campus. Its curriculum is designed for children ages one to ten, and is based on the methods of Dr. Montessori. In addition to its educational offerings, it provides child care for infants and school-aged children.
Montessori School of Oceanside welcomes preschoolers to its protected facility. The children’s play area is gated and monitored by staff. The staff strives to accommodate the needs of each child.
Diamante Montessori School is a nonprofit preschool formed in 2002 by two parents and an experienced Montessori teacher. The school offers Toddler, Preprimary and Kindergarten Enrichment programs for children aged 2 to 6 years. The school is housed inside a quaint stone building with stained-glass windows, and situated in a quiet residential section of downtown Glen Ellyn, on the corner of Park Boulevard and Hillside Avenue.
San Marin Montessori is a preschool in Novato. Founded in 1995 by Magali Zimmerman Roche, the school's Montessori curriculum is designed to allow its students the opportunity to engage in spontaneous, meaningful activities under adult supervision.
Monarch Bay Montessori Academy is a private coed elementary school that serves kids in grades pre-K to 3. Classes are offered in writing, reading, science, social studies, geography and art. All teachers are Montessori Certified and have several years of classroom experience. After-school activities are also offered to students from 3pm to 4pm.
Miniapple Montessori in Oakdale is one of three facilities in the metro area. Founded 21 years ago by Udi Perera, the Miniapple Montessori in Oakdale is a wonderland to children and adults. The facility is colorful and playful but with the purpose of teaching diversity, respect and compassion.
