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OLD TOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL — ADMISSIONS

Admission Process


Old Town Montessori School uses a rolling admission process that allows students to join our school as spaces become available throughout the year and applications for our Primary classes (ages 3 to 6) are now being accepted.

At Old Town Montessori School we believe that the preschool and kindergarten years are a critical stage of cognitive, social, emotional and physical development, and we are dedicated and committed to the children and to the philosophy of Maria Montessori.
We strive to nurture each child's development by providing:

  • A warm, loving atmosphere where each child is respected and treated as an individual
  • Authentic AMI approved Montessori environment
  • Optimal class sizes where students work at their own pace and level
  • AMI certified teachers with Master's degrees
  • Opportunities to develop autonomy and creative thinking

Currently in our 33rd year, we have consistently produced highly confident, self-motivated learners, who are well prepared for their elementary school years and beyond. Our families attest that they have indeed found a unique environment in Montessori classrooms where lasting values are emphasized, where kids are truly happy.

As we respond to the COVID-19 crisis, we changed our usual ways of sharing our campuses and school community with prospective families. During the summer months we will host tours of our buildings and grounds. Prospective parents may visit with us while wearing masks. Our staff will also wear masks and observe cordial social distancing. Unfortunately, we will not able to open our building to guests during the school year, however, we will host tours online. We also are happy to set up Zoom and phone calls. We still very much like to share our love of our school and of Montessori pedagogy with you.

To start the admissions process please:

1. Schedule a tour or conversation on Zoom or by phone through this Online Form
2. Call us at 703 684-7323
3. Visit a campus
4. Attend a Virtual Open House event
We are looking forward to the opportunity to meet you and to see which of our campuses will be the best fit for you and your child.

To apply:

Submit the application and application fee of $150.00. Next, we will schedule a conversation with a staff member (a teacher or administrator) and the whole family.
If your child is applying for our primary program, you might encourage your child to bring a favorite toy or book to show the teacher.
If your child is in elementary, your child may want to prepare to talk about his or her interests at school and in life. Your child may also bring a favorite toy, book, or other object to share with the teacher.

The school may request a Release of Records in order to obtain school records from your child's previous school(s).
Once we gather all pertinent information, we will contact you.

If accepted, we will forward admission documents at a time determined by your child's proposed admission date.
For 2020-21 school year, these documents will be sent out immediately on your acceptance of our offer of matriculation.
For 2021-2022 school year, these documents are sent mid-February.

Application Forms


Primary (ages 3 to 6)

Supporting Information



Tuition Schedule


2020 — 2021 Tuition Schedule for Old Town Montessori School (ages 3 to 6)

Waiting List


At times, it is impossible for the Old Town Montessori School to accept every student who applies because of limitations of space. Our waitlist is organized on a first come basis and we offer preference to those students who already have siblings attending our school and also to students with previous Montessori experience.

The following guidelines are established to provide the admissions office with parameters for accepting students to Old Town Montessori School.
  • All guidelines should be consistent with the Old Town Montessori School's Mission.
  • A balanced student body of girls and boys and age distribution in every class is ideal.
  • Priority acceptance should be given to siblings of current and former students, children of alumni, and students transferring from another campus.


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Dear Parents, thank you for your interest in the Old Town Montessori School.
Please visit us in person to get an inside perspective and to see if the school is the best fit for your child.

To observe one of the classes please contact the school for an appointment or schedule a visit through our online form.
During your visit our administrative staff will show you around the school and answer all your questions.
Looking forward to meeting you.

Sincerely yours,
David H. Futrell, Director



We strongly suggest that parents schedule an observation or a tour before sending in their child's application but we do understand that it is not always possible. In this case, once we receive an application, we will contact the family to schedule a first visit for the applicant.

During the First Visit a child will spend about 20 to 30 minutes in the classroom with a teacher having a few lessons. It is an opportunity for the child to experience our Montessori environment while the parents discuss details and particulars of school.

We invite you to become a part of our wonderful Old Town Family and hope to see you soon!



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