ABOUT OLD TOWN

Our Old Town Montessori Campus

Established in 1987 at the request of local families, Old Town Montessori offers an authentic AMI Montessori education in the heart of historic Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Housed in a beautifully restored townhouse, our satellite campus provides a warm, intimate learning environment designed for children ages 2.5 to 6 years.

With two thoughtfully prepared Primary classrooms and a spacious outdoor courtyard with play equipment, our Old Town campus is a small, nurturing community where young learners build independence, confidence, and a love for learning. While their early Montessori journey begins here, children continue their elementary studies and summer camp at our expansive Mount Vernon campus, just a 15-minute drive away.

This special campus allows families to experience the best of both worlds—a close-knit neighborhood school with access to the larger resources and community of our Mount Vernon location.

Our Montessori Primary Program (Ages 2.5 – 6)

At Old Town Montessori School, we provide a dynamic, hands-on learning environment where children thrive as active learners. Our Primary Program (ages 2.5 – 6) is a comprehensive three-year journey that fosters intellectual curiosity and problem-solving skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing world.

A Well-Rounded Montessori Education

In our carefully prepared classrooms, children explore:
✅ Language & Literacy – Phonics, reading, writing, and storytelling
✅ Mathematics – Hands-on learning with concrete materials for deep understanding
✅ Science & Nature – Exploration of the natural world and scientific thinking
✅ Art & Creativity – Self-expression through drawing, painting, and crafting
✅ Social Graces & Practical Life – Grace, courtesy, and real-world skills
✅ Music & Movement – Rhythm, singing, and joyful self-expression

 ✅ Spanish – Weekly Spanish lessons Monday afternoons to introduce a second language

Expertly Guided Learning

Each Primary classroom is led by a highly trained AMI Montessori teacher, with the support of an assistant, ensuring personalized guidance for every child.

A Strong Foundation for Mastery & Leadership

Our multiage classrooms allow children to develop deep mastery of concepts and, in their final year, step into leadership roles—mentoring younger peers and gaining confidence in their abilities.

We invite you to schedule a visit and see the wonder of Montessori in action!

Expert Montessori Educators

At Old Town Montessori, our classrooms are led by highly trained educators who are dedicated to nurturing each child's growth and independence.

✅ AMI-Certified Lead Teachers
  Our lead Montessori teachers hold AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) diplomas, having completed rigorous training to deeply understand child development and the scientifically designed Montessori materials. Their expertise allows them to guide each child’s unique learning journey, fostering confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

✅ Skilled Classroom Assistants
Our classroom assistants are also highly trained in child development and redirection techniques, providing essential support to both the teacher and the children. They play a vital role in reinforcing independence and maintaining a peaceful, engaging learning environment.

Every classroom is guided by two dedicated adults—a lead teacher and an assistant—ensuring that each child receives the individualized attention and support they need to thrive.

Schedule

Daily Schedule

🕣 Morning Arrival: 8:30 – 8:45 AM

🌿 Half-Day Primary Program (option for 3 and 4 year olds)

• Dismissal: 11:45 – 11:55 AM

🍎 Full-Day Primary Program (option for 3 to 6 year olds)

• Lunch & Afternoon Session (or Nap)
• Dismissal: 3:00 – 3:15 PM

Afterschool Care
3:00 to 6:00 PM

Curious Minds, Lasting Impact

Children who develop a passion for learning in a Montessori environment become adaptable, inquisitive individuals who continually seek knowledge and innovation in their communities.



Old Town Montessori is a non-sectarian school. We value diversity among our students. We do not discriminate in our enrollment policies on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin.

Highly Trained Faculty

All lead teachers are trained by the Association Montessori Internationale, the most rigorous Montessori training in the world.

Love & Care

Home-like learning environments that the children assist in caring for, promoting responsibility and independence.

Hands-on Learning

Rich and dynamic hands-on learning experiences.

Innovative Learning

An innovative learning environment that fosters deeper thought and stimulates questioning and student-led research.

Natural Play Areas

Natural play areas and gardens that the children assist in caring for, promoting responsibility and independence.

Individual Curriculum

We provide individualized curriculum for each child.

“The teachers at Aquinas all have Education and AMI degrees. Most of them have had other work experiences that add to the richness of the classrooms. The Arts are a large part of the class curriculum; there is a musical produced every year as well as several concerts. The PE program follows the Presidential Physical Education Program. It was a very well rounded experience for my family. However, the high caliber of academics throughout the school was what attracted us and we were not disappointed.”