Old Town Montessori is an established private school of 29 years located in a historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria, VA. It is "Recognized" by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale). Old Town Montessori is a non-sectarian school and we admit all children regardless of race, creed, color or origin.Ages.
Children in each primary class range in age from 3 to 6 years. The primary curriculum is a fully comprehensive three year program where the child learns to compare, classify and clarify the world around them. Materials and curriculum center around Practical Life, Sensorial Explorations, Language, Math, Geography, History, Biology, Science, Art, and Music.
Our principal Montessori teachers hold an AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) diploma in addition to their graduate degrees.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Student Body
Total Students
27 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 31%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Old Town Montessori is an established private school of 29 years located in a historic neighborhood of Old Town Alexandria, VA. The building is a charming and perfectly restored townhouse, with a generous yard with play equipment. It is a short 15-minute drive away from our larger Mt. Vernon campus, "The Aquinas".
- Old Town Montessori school is "Recognized" by AMI (Association Montessori Internationale).
- Old Town Montessori is a non-sectarian school and we admit all children regardless of race, creed, color or origin.Ages There are two primary classes at the Old Town Montessori School. Children in each primary class range in age from 3 to 6 years. The primary curriculum is a fully comprehensive three year program where the child learns to compare, classify and clarify the world around them. Materials and curriculum center around Practical Life, Sensorial Explorations, Language, Math, Geography, History, Biology, Science, Art, and Music.Morning arrival begins at 8:30 AM. Children in the half-day class are dismissed at noon. Children in the full-day classes (5&6 year olds) remain for lunch and an afternoon session until 3:00 PM. Before-school care is available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM and After-school care is available until 6:00 PM for children of all ages.
- Our principal Montessori teachers hold an AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) diploma in addition to their graduate degrees.
- Other languages: A language teacher presents Spanish or French to our full-day children (5&6 year olds) who are in the sensitive period for developing language skills.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Old Town Montessori School?
The application deadline for Old Town Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Old Town Montessori School located?
Old Town Montessori School is located in the Alexandria Historical District neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 2 other private schools located in Alexandria Historical District.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Old Town Montessori School is Fusion Academy Alexandria (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Potomac Crescent Waldorf School (0.1 miles away)
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