Admissions

Thank you for your interest in MSOFX in Chantilly, VA. We look forward to introducing you to the Montessori philosophy, our community and curriculum, and getting to know you and your child. Our admissions procedure is outlined below.

Learn

A Montessori Education is more than just a school, but a philosophy in raising children. Prior to applying, please read about the Montessori method to ensure that it matches your parenting style. View our website to find out more about MSOFX and what makes our school unique. Check out our blog for parenting resources and how to implement Montessori learning at home.

Tour

Contact the school administration to schedule a tour, where you will speak to a representative, tour the whole facility, and find out about the programs that we have to offer. Please schedule a tour or call (571) 323-0222 or email: info@msofx.com

Observe

After you tour the school, the admissions team will contact you to arrange a time to observe a classroom. Observations & tours are scheduled every Wednesday at 9:30 am and take approximately one hour.

Apply

To apply, simply download the Student Application Form and submit it with a non-refundable $100 application fee to apply.

*If your child is currently enrolled in another school or early childhood program, please forward their records to our Admissions Office. Elementary students will need to submit records from all previous schools attended.

Student Visit

After your child’s application and fee have been received, the admissions team will contact you to arrange for your child to visit the classroom, meet the teaching team, and spend some time at MSOFX. It is recommended that Elementary children spend 2 consecutive days.

Letter of Notification

After careful consideration of the appropriate placement for each child, the school will notify you of acceptance in writing.

Admission Priorities

The following priorities are observed in determining admissions:

  1. Currently enrolled students (re-enrollment must be received before the deadline)
  2. Siblings of currently enrolled students
  3. Balance of age and gender in the classroom
  4. Transfer students from other Montessori schools
  5. Date of application

If classes are full, prospective students will be put in a waiting pool. Returning students will be given priority over new students in the waiting pool.

MSOFX has a rolling admissions policy, but typically students enroll in September or January. The Head of School makes the final decision regarding student enrollment.

Upon acceptance, complete and return Enrollment Contract with non-refundable tuition deposit.