Incredible Montessori school in the heart of Takoma Park! Very personalized to every child. Highly…read morerecommend!!!

From the owner: Takoma Montessori School (TMS) is an independent pre-and-primary school, serving children between…read morethe ages of 2 to 6 years old. TMS is guided by the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. In Montessori classrooms children make creative choices in their learning, while the classroom and the teacher offer age-appropriate activities to guide the process. Children work in groups and individually to discover and explore knowledge of the world and to develop their maximum potential. Our children will thrive in a nurturing and safe environment where a small class size will ensure that every child is a special person and will be given the opportunity to develop at his or her own pace with the right level of encouragement and challenge.

Oneness Family School provides a nurturing Montessori environment that fosters independence,…read morecuriosity, and academic growth. My children in the Moon Room and Arbor thrive with caring teachers who support their learning and development.

We love Oneness! We have been Oneness parents for 7 years now. Our son attended Oneness from 3rd…read moregrade to 8th grade, and our daughter joined since kindergarten (currently at 6th grade). For our kids, it has been a transformational experience. They grew academically as well as socially, developing cognitive and non-cognitive skills simultaneously. They learned math, sciences, foreign languages but also how to organize their days, how to advocate for themselves, how to speak in public and no less importantly, how to be courageous and conscientious citizens of the world. The teachers and whole staff are welcoming, friendly but also knowledgeable. Coming from a different country and culture, Oneness has been more than a good school, it is really a second home.

We have been part of the MSCC community for nearly three years now. Our son started just before…read morehis second birthday and MSCC has nurtured his academic, emotional and social development ever since. From the beginning, all members of the staff, as well as other parents, knew him and greeted him which left us feeling felt warm and connected- something that many other private schools in this area lack. His teachers remain committed to supporting his strengths and encouraging progress in his weaknesses. We would highly recommend this program to those considering it!

Montessori School of Chevy Chase has been a perfect fit to our daughter. After just one year, she…read moreis able to communicate in basic French and has developed a strong vocabulary. We are deeply grateful to the entire staff and the supervisor for their dedication and support in helping our daughter adjust to a new school and environment, especially during her transition from abroad. We love Montessori School Of Chevy Chase!!!

As a parent of a toddler who is now in her third year attending Julia Brown, I want to emphasize…read morethe attentive care and consideration the school's faculty has for the students. The inclusive, respectful, and inviting environment cultivated by the teachers, students, and parents makes Julia Brown a fantastic community for any child to be a part of. On my child's first day back to school this week, she started in a new classroom with a new lead teacher. She shared with me, unprompted, that the teacher sat with her at the table on a small chair during lunch and ate alongside her. My child went into detail about how the teacher used sauce with her food, and she was also excited to share that her teacher taught her a new song to get ready to line up and was genuinely kind. The fact that a grown person sat on a toddler-sized chair to cultivate community is a big deal in itself, but to sit, eat, have a real conversation, and model respect and kindness goes above and beyond. From the Director of the school, Ms. Jones, to the Directress (shoutout to Ms. Espinal) and the many wonderful teachers who make up the faculty, I am so impressed. I am truly grateful for how much my child has grown, learned, and been cared for here. Whenever my husband or I have had a question, the faculty team has always been incredibly responsive. Ms. Jones's leadership has been fantastic, and I am so excited for my child to continue her journey this school year!

I wanted to share my experience with Julia Brown School regarding my daughter's time there…read more Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing and left us feeling that the environment was not supportive of helping children adjust and thrive. When my daughter was placed in a new classroom, she had been there for less than a full day before we began receiving calls asking us to pick her up because she was "not listening to instructions." As any parent knows, transitions to a new classroom can be challenging for young children. It typically takes time for them to feel comfortable with new teachers, classmates, and expectations. Instead of allowing her a reasonable adjustment period or working with us on strategies to help her settle in, the school seemed irritated by the situation and quick to remove her from the classroom. We were hoping the staff would demonstrate patience, professionalism, and a child-centered approach--giving her at least a week or two to adapt to the new environment. Unfortunately, that level of support and understanding was not demonstrated. Repeated calls to pick her up after such a short time in the classroom made it feel like the priority was convenience rather than helping a child succeed. Every child deserves educators who are willing to guide them through transitions with patience and care. We had hoped for a more supportive and professional approach from the school in ensuring that our child had the opportunity to adjust and thrive.

I give my highest and most heartfelt recommendation to the Family Academy of Bethesda. My son has…read morebeen here since he was just three months old and stayed until almost three years old, when unfortunately we had to move away due to work relocation. If it weren't for that, we would have loved for him to stay here as long as possible. It's hard to put into words how incredible this place has been for our family. From the days when he could barely lift his head, to learning to walk, talk, sing, and share stories about his day, we've watched him grow into a happy, curious, and confident little boy--all thanks to the loving care and nurturing environment of Family Academy. He not only learned language and knowledge, but also good manners and a true love of learning.The teachers are absolutely amazing--kind, patient, and so easy to communicate with. My son is a slow and picky eater, yet they always gave him extra time and gentle encouragement. They care for each child as if they were their own. The administration team is just as wonderful; they know every child by name and engage with them warmly every single day.What makes Family Academy so special is not only the quality of education but the genuine love and attention they give to every child. The environment encourages exploration, creativity, and curiosity about everything in the world. I could see every day how happy my son was here.I am deeply grateful for everything the Family Academy has given to our son and to our family. This school is truly a treasure in the community, and I would recommend it wholeheartedly to any parent.

So much love for the Family Academy. Our son attended here for years, starting from the time he was…read more6 months old. Each classroom was led by caring, creative teachers. Under the center's care, my son truly blossomed. Well before we expected, he was singing songs to us, identifying letters, counting, and more. And most indicative of this center's awesomeness--my son was always so happy to go to school. It also meant a lot to me that the staff and teachers made genuine, impactful efforts to include our family's culture alongside mainstream culture, for example welcoming us to send in books about our holidays, directly engage the class in activities, and share ideas for the teachers to use. Would recommend Family Academy to anyone!!

Finding Lowell has been a blessing for our daughter. We transferred in 3rd grade and saw that spark…read morereturn that had been dimmed during the pandemic and in her previous school. Lowell created an individualized learning plan that quickly helped her improve her reading and math skills. She found new confidence thanks to the caring, supportive teachers and staff. We've seen her dance in front of the whole school, perform at piano recitals, speak publicly, tryout for teams, and make many new friends. The family community is wonderful. It's the kind of school we'd been hoping to find for so long.

If you want a school that will not only allow the sexual assault of students without assigning…read moreconsequences to the perpetrators as well as punishing the victim by not allowing them to walk for graduation, this is the school for you!

We had a great experience! The teachers are warm and attentive, and we really appreciate how often…read morethey send emails and photos - it meant a lot to feel that connected to our daughter. The curriculum clearly works! Our daughter is more than ready for kindergarten. She's already reading and working through math problems, and she runs in happy every morning. Highly recommend.

As a father with a strong demeanor regarding education, I could not be happier with BMS. Now,…read morelet's be honest, your child and mine will not finish pre-school as a rocket scientist. However, he or she will learn basic math, use of a computer, a little French, self-awareness & independence, and start learning how to read and write. In fact, by age 4 most students can legibly write their name and count to 50+. This is only possible due to the loving and nurturing way each teacher engages with each student to build a desire to learn. I can't ask for anything better! My daughter is currently finishing her second year and will return to finish out her 3rd year (Kindergarten). I also intend to send my son once he is old enough for pre-school. Also, the after school care is run by an incredible group of educators that have a tender heart for children, and the school provides "extra classes" ranging from soccor to martial arts to dance and yoga.

It's a bilingual school, but their summer program doesn't have any formal non-English language…read morelearning. The kids are generally exposed to other languages because the language teachers are "present throughout the summer program" and "language exposure is offered through basic words/phrases, songs and cultural exploration". Though I would prefer formal language instruction during the summer, I realize they're aiming to work with a mixed level group because some of their campers aren't the same kids they have during the school year where language learning takes place more often and more formally. In other words, some children come to the camp without knowing any other language besides English and each week different children may be enrolled. I ask my child all the time if they enjoy the camp and always inquire about the details of their day. My child has nothing but good things to say. They always come home with arts, crafts, and tales of adventures in the pool, playground, or specialty events such as the occasional soccer, puppet show, or whatnot. The main reason I enrolled my child is because they were very bored at their school-year daycare, started to get into a bit of trouble because of it, and complained about the other kids being "mean" and hitting sometimes and all of that. I knew my little one needed a change of pace so I sought to put them into what looked like a strong activity-based and high-engagement summer program. My child needs a lot of constant engagement, stimulation, and encouragement and my little one is certainly receiving that at Spring Bilingual. As I shared before, my child speaks with excitement about their day and has nothing but good things to say about the teachers and other campers. This camp has been a very good fit for my child right now; albeit the lack of formal language instruction. The staff is friendly, and my energetic child has made friends and is happy to be dropped off each morning. Each day my child comes home safe and tired.

SBMA is a wonderful preschool! Our child has blossomed there, learning about the world, the…read morealphabet, the numbers, and being good. Students and families are from around the world and our daughter has learned the importance of diversity.

We have two children in Shining Stars and we love the true Montessori approach to its curriculum…read moreand teaching environment. The classrooms are clean and packed with Montessori learning materials that both of my children love to interact with and enjoy talking about after school. There's plenty of classroom support with three guides in the Primary (3-5) classrooms, and even better, our each child will have the same guides for three years, rather than getting shuffled into a new classroom and new teachers every year. It helps build continuity of instruction as well as the confidence of the child. And the guides are AMS certified so Shining Stars offers an authentic Montessori experience.

As a parent who have raised 4 children who have attended traditional public schools, I am fortunate…read moreto have my youngest child attending Shining Stars Montessori Academy because the Montessori educational model is making a great impact on my daughter's learning process. I have come to know several advantages of this model over the traditional model. Therefore, I strongly recommend it.