Montessori Kindergarten in Chevy Chase

Preschool student spelling out worlds with Montessori materials on a rug

Our Montessori preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten programs offer a welcoming, inspiring, and international environment for children and families in Chevy Chase and DC.

At Oneness-Family School, our Primary Programs embrace the core principles of Montessori education, fostering the natural curiosity, creativity, and independence of children ages two to six. Our child-centered approach encourages inquiry-based learning, where children explore and direct their own learning experiences in a supportive, play-based preschool environment. As students transition into our Kindergarten and Elementary programs, they continue their educational journey through a flexible, hands-on curriculum that balances rigorous academics with personalized learning.

Certified Montessori teachers guide students through a dynamic, interactive learning environment that promotes autonomy and independent learning. Our students are empowered to take ownership of their learning, developing responsibility, confidence, and self-discipline, while receiving individualized attention to meet their needs. As part of our commitment to providing a well-rounded education, our program also includes world language instruction, allowing children to develop global awareness and cultural understanding.

Our school is proud to be a part of a diverse community that welcomes international students and families from various backgrounds. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that every student feels valued and respected. We provide a nurturing, engaging environment where children grow academically, socially, and emotionally, preparing them for success in the global community.

Join us at Oneness-Family School, where inquiry-based learning, hands-on exploration, and a lifelong love of learning are at the heart of our child-centered Montessori experience in the Chevy Chase and DC area.

Children's Peace Garden: Full & Half-Day Programs

Oneness-Family School offers both full-day and half-day options for primary program students, providing families with flexible scheduling to meet their individual needs. Additionally, we provide Before Care (7:30-8:30 am) and Aftercare programs (3:30-6:00 pm) for all students at this level, ensuring extended hours of care and support. Whether you need a flexible, part-time schedule or a full-day option, our programs are designed to accommodate the diverse needs of families in the Chevy Chase and Washington DC area.

Children's Peace Garden (Ages 3-6)

Half-Day: 8:30-11:30 am
Full-Day: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Before Care: 7:30-8:30 am
Aftercare: 3:30-6:00 pm

Full & Half-Day Programs

Key Program Components

Independent Learning

Assessment

Primary Program Faculty

Montessori Learning

Language

Science & Culture

Math

Key Program Components

Oneness-Family School offers two primary program levels: Little Stars and the Children's Peace Garden.

Little Stars (Ages 2-3)

Maximum of 16 students
Two co-teachers and an assistant teacher

Children's Peace Garden (Ages 3-6)

Maximum of 22-24 students
Two co-teachers and an assistant teacher

Two preschool students working on Montessori math materials

Pre-kindergarten students learning Montessori material with teacher

Guided Learning

Independent Learning

A growing body of research affirms Dr. Montessori's observation that a student's ability to focus is the foundation of all other successful learning. Preschool-K students are given the freedom to become absorbed for long periods of time in a single activity and to return to and repeat certain activities of choice until they attain mastery of the skill involved. Classrooms are designed to allow uninterrupted work cycles, so children develop strong attention skills.

Primary program class sizes are intentionally limited in size so that teachers can focus fully on each student and best practice our student-centered learning philosophy.

Primary program classroom view with colored pencils

Pre-Kindergarten student learning with teacher

Assessment

Montessori was founded on the principle of observations and in addition to tracking academic skills, the teachers record social, emotional, and physical abilities to better serve the student’s needs and support their development.

Tracking is done on each individual student’s progress by grade and subject following the school’s annual subject goals and a scope and sequence developed by Dr. Montessori. Tracking is based on conversation, presentation, observation, self-assessments, and student portfolios, and progress is shared in detailed reports.