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Old Town Montessori School

112 S Columbus St
Alexandria, VA 22314
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 Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

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Grades Offered
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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.:
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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.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 27 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Alexandria, VA is $20,692 for elementary schools and $40,250 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Alexandria, VA is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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