About Our Programs
The Montessori School of Oakton has an open enrollment policy and accepts children from 3 to 12 years of age. Children who cannot be accommodated immediately may be placed on a waiting list for enrollment as openings occur. Enrollment priority is given to families committed to completing each three year developmental cycle.
Primary half day
The Montessori Primary classroom is designed for children who are 3 through 6. To be eligible for September enrollment, children must be toilet trained and turn 3 by September 30. January enrollment will be considered if space is available. To be eligible for January enrollment children must be toilet trained and turn 3 by the date of entry. Families searching for Montessori Primary programs in Oakton and Vienna VA often begin here.
Primary II
The Primary II program is for children who are “five going on six”. For most this is their third year in the Montessori classroom; for all it is the culmination of the Montessori Primary experience. To be eligible for enrollment children must turn five by September 30th. This is a key part of our authentic Montessori 3–6 program Fairfax VA.
Elementary
The Montessori Elementary class is designed for children from 6 through 12 years of age. Requirements for enrollment in the elementary class:
- Age 6 by September 30th
- Montessori Primary experience
- Recommendation of teacher
All day Montessori / "Encore"
The following extended hours are also available:
- Early Morning – 8:00 to 8:30 a.m.
- Primary I (three and four yr olds) – 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
- Primary I (three and four yr. olds) – 12:00 to 5:30 p.m.
- Primary II (five and six yr. olds) – 3:00 to 5:30 p.m.
- Elementary – 3:00 to 5:30 p.m.
These flexible options support families seeking extended-day Montessori programs in Fairfax VA.
“MSO has made such a positive impact in my children’s lives, setting them on a course for independent learning and curiosity that will guide them for life. It has also made a positive impact on our family overall providing a space where we have made lifelong friends.”
Diana Rothe-Smith
“The solid Montessori program is what brought us to the school initially, but it is the heart of MSO which has kept us here."
An MSO Parent
“I have three grandchildren attending The Montessori School of Oakton. They love it and they love learning!"
A Montessori Grandparent
“We would like to thank you for giving our two girls a great foundation. We were happy to be a part of the MSO family for three years."
