This is such an amazing school! Diverse with a small setting that focuses on the children. We love…read morethat there is no screen time and the loving staff. My son went into elementary school so much more prepared than I could have asked for because he attended this school.

We've sent both our boys to this Montessori school, and we really like it! The teachers are very…read morekind and gentle and serious about making sure the children are well-prepared for elementary school. But what really sets the school apart is a sense of community - it's a 50+ year old, single-classroom non-profit school which makes for a great environment for the kids to become friends, and the parents too. The school does a great job of providing opportunities for parents who want to be involved in their children's education, from light tasks like helping supervise special crafts sessions to larger commitments like serving as a board member. My older son really did not like the idea of school at the beginning of the school year, but as his academic and social skills improved, now every day is "the best day" and he loves showing us what he learned. It's been great seeing my kiddos blossom in their independence and also enjoy a sense of belonging at this preschool.

Military Montessori school. Your kids will come out with superb manners but will lack any…read moreindividuality. Poor communication as well. Please, if you decide to enroll, talk to the primary teacher who will be actually teaching your child as the front desk is there to give you a false sense of warmness.

My son (32 months) loves JBS-Columbia, and so does mom & dad. This school has provided us with a…read morelevel of comfort indescribable. Since enrolling a year ago, our son's Intellect has grown tremendously, the environment helps to balance and support his energetic nature and curiosity for learning. The teachers are calm, tenured and caring. The parent community is wonderful as well, we socialize with one another and make sure to catch phone numbers when we find our that our kids are really good friends. We are deeply appreciative of the JBS' community!

I was immediately overwhelmed by the love and craft in the classroom. I had the opportunity to tour…read morethe school very last minute after my husband a few days prior toured and said this school is special. I didn't realize how special until I saw it in person. Alice's true authentic Montessori school was warm and inviting. Unfortunately due to distance from us we decided may not be the best fit, but assure any parent her attention to detail and sections for children to focus on math, cursive, and art was nothing less than a beautiful display. The children are able to water flowers and do arrangements, have access to beautiful grounds and nature. Highly recommend and if location / travel time from where we live in Columbia was more feasible would have enrolled our daughter. A must for any parent looking for AMI teaching!!!

A wonderful guide, a great community, true Montessori practice (which is proven to work better for…read morechildren than Montessori-ish alternatives), and a place that offers great Montessori education without creating the warped sense of normalcy that children with predominantly super wealthy classmates are at risk of developing. Finding that all together is hard, but also so important. My toddler loves and is benefiting from practical life work, and so needs the grace and courtesy and independence that great Montessori primary programs can foster. I'm so, so grateful that Apple Ridge and Ms. Alice are here for him.

This is such a special school. The school does an incredible job of communicating with parents and…read moremy son has come so far since he started attending. All of the teachers are so warm and incredible at what they do. I have nothing but rave reviews from our time at PBMS.

PBMS has been fantastic for my daughter! We love all the teachers and staff at the school. They are…read morevery caring and keep the best interest of the children at heart. It's remarkable to see the growth in my child and all that she has learned. I particularly like how the classrooms are an intimate size - allowing my child to get undivided attention, when needed. I also enjoy the various community activities that the school hosts to bring families together. The school does a amazing job at communicating with parents. I always feel like I am in the know of what's happening. We thank PBMS for giving our child the best start at her future!

Choosing Immanuel Montessori School was one of the best decisions we made for our daughter. From…read morethe very beginning, she was welcomed into a warm, nurturing environment where she flourished both academically and personally. The Montessori approach, especially the mixed-age classrooms, made a tremendous difference in her development. Being surrounded by older children encouraged her language, communication, and social skills to grow far beyond what we expected. She also built lasting friendships and became much more confident in herself. One of the things we appreciated most was the school's commitment to outdoor learning. Our daughter spent so much time exploring nature, and although she often came home with muddy clothes and dirty shoes, she was always full of excitement and stories from her adventures. It was wonderful to see learning happen beyond the classroom. The teachers are patient, caring, and truly invested in helping each child become independent. They taught our daughter valuable life skills, from dressing herself to putting on her own shoes, and even helped potty train her in just over a week. The confidence and independence she gained during her time there have carried over into every aspect of her life. We are incredibly thankful for the loving teachers and supportive community at Immanuel Montessori. Watching our daughter grow into a happy, capable, and curious little girl has been the greatest testament to the wonderful work they do every day.

We absolutely love AW! The owners and staff really embrace the Montessori philosophy! We noticed…read morethat both our son and daughter have thrived here. We also love that they have chickens and a garden which made it feel like an extension of our home. The children are able to be outside and be kids as well! I can't remember a day when they came home and were not cover in dirt! I highly recommend this school. Montessori might not be for everyone but as I mentioned, I will not send my kids any where else.

My daughter attended this school for two years. It's an amazing school with great staffs.read more

We are very grateful to this school for accommodating our daughter after the year had already…read morestarted, we don't expect they can do this for everyone but it's one of the reasons we loved it so much. The director of this school is amazing, she pours her heart, time, work, and love into the school, kids, activities, events, and ceremonies. The teachers are excellent as is the quality of the education. The behavior expectations are strict, but their methods are objectively effective and the teachers use proper disciplinary techniques (our daughter never complained about teachers shouting, yelling, or being mean like at other schools she's been at). Our 5 year old finished pre-K and is able to read, do math, and also learned history and geography. We recently took a long road trip and she often talked to us in the car about things she learned in school about the different states we visited, or historical figures we mentioned (She learned a lot about MLK, for instance). The school is wonderfully diverse, there is no religious affiliation so our daughter was taught equally about all religious and cultural traditions during the different holidays. We loved all the events, and ceremonies we attended, in the year our daughter was here we went to a few seasonal concerts were the kids sang and danced, as well as a trunk or treat, Halloween parade, earth-day activity, and a surprisingly robust graduation ceremony! We absolutely recommend this school to anyone in the area, preschool is a very important developmental stage for children and this school did a fantastic job setting our daughter up for success in K-12!

We have sent both of our children here starting from 18 months until 5 years old. Our children love…read morethe teachers and staff, which makes us so happy with our choice for childcare. The teachers are great communicators; they call you with urgent issues during the day, give you brief updates at pickup and are always happy to answer questions. In addition, they have parent teacher conferences (for toddlers!) to keep us in the loop. If you ever get a chance to observe the classroom, it's amazing how one teacher that can control so many kids in silence with only sign language, even though they are all working independently. We highly Recommend JBS

If there is a zero star option, this is what this school deserves. No respect for the child or his…read moreparents, no engagement with the family about their child progress. I have not seen any educational or moral progress with my child. Teacher level of education and capability to teach is zero. One year of what they called education, my child still writes the Z inverted. The teacher did not have a capability to correct that!!!!!! I had been in international Montessori school when I was a child, the level of emotional and social support was beyond amazing, while julia brown has nothing to do with emotional and social support. I have no idea how Montessori allowed them to run under their name with such poor standards of education and engagement with the child, never mind the gloominess of this school, old furniture, no modern methods of learning, my child continuously expressed how unhappy he was there. Kids don't lie!!!!

After being scammed by the first daycare and our son scarred from the second one, I didn't have…read moremuch hope when wife suggested we switch to this one. However, this place definitely knows how to take care of your child. From professional staff to the admin, you're in good hands. Our son was emotionally scarred from the previous daycare due to certain rough treatment, yet he was able to make his recover here tremendously with the care and nurture. They care about the feelings of the little ones and know how to process required documents efficiently. So far so good! We are glad to entrust our son to village Montessori and hope to stay with them long as we can so our son can grow and flourish.

A Hidden Diamond in the middle of Montgomery Village. My daughter Fiorella just graduated from…read moretheir primary School program this year. Village Montessori was a second Home to my little Princess, she learned so much and enjoyed every day with Mrs. Karla and Mrs. Kelly (The two Angels that took her under their wings for those three Years). She never wanted to miss school, the Montessori method and Village Montessori is highly recommended and the best investment that you can make for your children future. Starting from Sally the owner, teachers like Mrs. Karla and Mrs. Kelly and Music teacher Mrs. Olga; they all made every single day a joyfully and magic learning day for my daughter. I WILL NEVER HAVE ENOGHT WORDS TO THANK VILLAGE MONTESSORI FOR THE LOVELY AND HARD WORK THAT YOU GUYS DID WITH FIORELLA THIS THREE YEARS. BLESSINGS TO YOU GUYS.

Teachers are good, administration is ok and accounting is nightmare, they have hidden policies to…read moreovercharge and in a pretty immoral way. If you dont mind being charged more than what is published, the school is good but I do mind being wrongly charged even if it is a couple dollar more or hundred plus like in our case.

Tuition is cheap, but they aren't very professional and often use cartoons on screen time to…read morebabysit the children. Their administration is pretty terrible and incompetent. You would never guess they manage other schools in the area by their lack of safety protocols. I had my relative pick up my child with no proper checks. Management also doesn't tell you when diseases are spreading among the children.

We love and trust Mater Amoris Montessori School! The huge wooded campus combined with the…read moreexceptionally practiced AMI Montessori education cannot be beat. Hiking trails, a creek, child-tended gardens, chickens, rolling hills for sledding, multiple playgrounds, and fresh air from being out in the countryside! Knowledgeable, passionate, hardworking, and kind educators who are experts in their craft in warm and inspiring classroom spaces filled with natural light. You could not find a more nurturing, stimulating, or respectful place for your child to grow. Alumni all over the DMV truly become misty-eyed when recalling their formative years at this school. We are in our fifth year at Mater Amoris, with children at the primary and elementary levels. As a mom of three and an AMI-trained Montessori guide, I am delighted that our family has found our place. We are excited and grateful about many more years to come at Mater Amoris Montessori School and in their wholesome and engaging school community!

If you think something is fishy, it's because it is…read more Buyer beware: do not evaluate Mater Amoris solely by its beautiful grounds, polished messaging, or carefully crafted philosophy statements. Speak with current families. Speak with former families. Speak with former staff. Ask what happens when concerns are raised. Ask how incidents are documented. Ask how behavioral patterns are tracked. Ask what standards govern intervention. Ask whether difficult questions are welcomed or merely tolerated. Ask academic questions, too. Ask for specifics. Ask how reading progress is measured. Ask how parents know benchmarks have been met. Ask how classroom disruptions affect learning. Ask about staffing levels, turnover, support for guides, and the frequency of school closures, staff workdays, and other interruptions to instructional time. Ask whether the educational experience being delivered consistently reflects the tuition being charged. Most importantly, ask yourself a simple question: if a school cannot clearly explain how it protects children, measures academic progress, documents incidents, responds to legitimate concerns from parents, and delivers consistent instructional time, what exactly are you paying for? I ignored that one bad review about bullying and safety a few years ago when we enrolled. Thinking it would not be our experience, and here I am writing this review today.