The Boyd School, a Montessori Children's House, is fully accredited by the American Montessori Society and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.
We are a warm, welcoming community in which children and adults find friendship and support.
We are a school born from a spirit and force of parents and teachers who believe in the Montessori principles and support a child/family-centered environment.
We want our children to grow into autonomous, caring, responsible citizens, life-long learners and problem-solvers.
Our school is a place where all are encouraged to ask questions, broaden their understanding of themselves, and the world around them.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
Year Founded
1994
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
65 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Monthly tuition ranges from $817 - $1,721 depending on the program enrolled.
School Notes
- The Fairfax Campus of The Boyd School offers children an intimate learning environment. Each classroom opens to an outdoor exploration area and playground. The beautifully prepared classrooms inspire learning with finely constructed Montessori materials. Nestled in the heart of Fairfax, the school is an ideal environment for your child to begin their educational journey.
- Early Childhood (3 - 6 years)
- The Early Childhood program at the Fairfax Campus of The Boyd School offers children a unique opportunity to learn and grow. The accredited Montessori program guided by credentialed teachers promotes academic discipline through an individualized curriculum. The intimate environment of the Fairfax campus provides students with a home away from home feel.
- We embrace our diverse student population and encourage parents to share their heritage. Children work with specifically designed materials to develop skills and are guided at their own individual pace. The class size at the Fairfax campus is well below the Fairfax County average allowing for additional individual attention.
- The Early Childhood program is enriched with an arts program as well as additional instruction in foreign language, physical education, and music. The school nestled in a quiet Fairfax neighbor provides families with a throwback introduction to their child's educational journey.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Guidepost Montessori At Fairfax?
The application deadline for Guidepost Montessori At Fairfax is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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