Founded in 1962, Manor Montessori was the first Montessori school established in the state of Maryland.
It is also one of the few Montessori schools to have constructed its own facility, in Potomac, which was specifically designed for children working in a Montessori environment.
The Manor Montessori School provides a warm and nurturing atmosphere for children between the ages of three and nine.
At Manor Montessori, we have a wonderful, fun and enriching Summer Day Camp which incorporates the Montessori method of teaching.
Our camp teachers combine the use of the Montessori materials with daily arts & crafts projects, as well as fun indoor and outdoor activities.
Some of these activities include swimming, tennis, music, cooking, and free-play.
Our staff's dedication to the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, along with strict adherence to her principles and practices, has been the reason for our success over a forty year period.
Our enrollment and our facilities have both seen steady growth throughout the years.
Our staff members regularly attend local and national Montessori workshops.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
126 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Learn to love to do well and you shall
- School Mascot: Montessori Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of The Manor Montessori School?
The acceptance rate of The Manor Montessori School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 80%.
When is the application deadline for The Manor Montessori School?
The application deadline for The Manor Montessori School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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