Safety/Covid Readiness
The health and safety of our students, teachers, and staff are our priority. See how PMDS is uniquely positioned
to provide one of the safest learning environments for students this fall!
The Primary Montessori Day School is a private, accredited, non-sectarian, co-educational school for children age two through nine years old dedicated to giving your child the social, academic, and leadership skills they need to reach their potential.
You CAN give your child the best, balanced education.
The Montessori method provides the opportunity for your child to develop independence, confidence, creativity, self-motivation, responsibility and academic competency. Montessori meet the needs of all children, while affording the freedom necessary to preserve each child’s uniqueness.
MIND
Encouraging children to process, ponder,
and pose intelligent questions.
HANDS
Engaging children’s senses
in learning by doing.
HEART
Inspiring children to develop and maintain
a thirst for knowledge.
Academic programs designed for families that
want to learn, grow, and succeed.
The Primary Montessori Day School offers both full-day and half-day Montessori academic programs and before-care/after-care programs so parents can choose a schedule convenient for their family. Each program is designed to encourage your child’s love for learning, which helps them avoid many struggles that a traditional education environment presents.
Pre-Primary
(Age 2)
Primary
(Age 3-6)
Elementary
(Age 6-9)
Optional
Programs
An Authentic Montessori Experience.
- Our Montessori school is fully accredited by the American Montessori Society (AMS) at all levels (Twos, Primary, and Elementary).
- All of our classrooms have lead teachers with AMS, AMI, or MACTE approved post-graduate certification in the Montessori method.
- We are a non-profit organization, not a for-profit business “chain”, so we invest all tuition back into the school.
- We deliver the original, proven Montessori method.
- Our building was designed specifically for Montessori education – beautiful, home-like, and spacious bright classrooms.
Hear What Our Parents Say:
PRESCHOOL
MARY M. | BETHESDA
“My son started at this school two years ago and has really flourished. The teachers all seem to be terrific and truly love what they do. He loves his classroom, friends, and talks about his teachers frequently.”
KINDERGARTEN
STEPHEN l. | WASHINGTON D.C.
“Lovely school. Nice teachers, great environment, and very well-run. Teachers attend on-going professional development and academics are top-notch. My daughter is 6 and has attended the school since age 2. I recommend the school to others frequently.”
ELEMENTARY
LARRY T. | ROCKVILLE
“After 4 years at PMDS, I have only great things to say about this school. My son came into this school a little wild man and is leaving a confident, friendly, well-rounded child who LOVES school and learning.”
TRANSITIONING TO THE NEXT
STAGE OF EDUCATION
JIGI | ROCKVILLE
Dear Primary Montessori Team,
This letter delivers the greatest and deepest gratitude for the happy, beautiful memories that we have had at Primary Montessori and everything wonderfully special within its walls.
Schedule a tour and see the Authentic Montessori Experience.
TOUR OUR SCHOOL
Call or use the online form to schedule a tour so you can experience Primary Montessori’s curriculum and environment for yourself.
APPLY
Submit a completed application with the application fee. Then if accepted, pay the deposit to hold your child’s place!
SEE YOUR CHILD LOVE LEARNING
You’ll get written reports and meet with your child’s teacher. We’ll keep samples of their work and even send you photos of your child working in the classroom, so you can see them learn & grow!
Find the Perfect Balance For Your Child’s Education
Conveniently located close to I-270 in Rockville, we serve families throughout Montgomery County, including Bethesda, Gaithersburg, and Germantown.