A Progressive Education inspiring excellence, intrinsic motivation, and responsibility through the authentic Montessori Pedagogy and innovation in learning for children aged 2 to 12 years. Let us help you get your child to the summit of his educational journey.

THE CHILD IS THE CURRICULUM.

THE CHILD IS THE CURRICULUM.

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"Free the child’s potential and you will transform him                 into the world."

-Dr. Maria Montessori.

At Prime Foundation Montessori, we ensure the use of the intrinsic flexibility of the Montessori method to adapt to the needs of the individual child, regardless of the level of ability, learning style, or social maturity.

This is the place where we provoke each child’s inherent love of learning, innate intelligence and unlock the extraordinary potential intrinsic in each child.

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  • Admissions Eligibiity

    18 MONTHS - 36 MONTHS OF AGE AT TIME OF ADMISSION.

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    3 - 6 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF ADMISSION.

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    6 - 12 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF ADMISSION.

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    PrimeCare

    18 MONTHS - 12 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.

    PrimePlus

    4 - 12 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.

    PrimeHub

    4 - 12 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.

    PrimeHub is Prime’s after school authentic Montessori Math program and Geometry Program serving children ages 4 to 12 years old in our neighbourhood and community. Whether they’re struggling in math, doing fine but could be doing better, or are already excelling but need more of a challenge, PrimeHub welcomes all students in this age group regardless of their school of attendance.

    PrimeHub utilizes the authentic montessori math and geometry pedagogy and didactic materials to give children clarity and proper understanding of mathematical and geometry concepts while simultaneously synchronizing with their traditional methods offered at their schools. The geometry program offers youngsters from 4 years old opportunities to have experiences with geometry earlier on in life before they are offered or taught at almost high school levels in conventional schools. To Learn more click this link.

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    PrimeExplorers

    3 - 12 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.

    *Toilet trained required.

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The Admissions Inquiry Form helps us get to know you and connect you with our team at Prime Foundation Montessori. Once submitted, a member of our admissions team will get in touch via phone to answer any questions you may have and guide you through the admissions process.

  • "My three children, nath and amelia attendeD AND paula is still attending PRIME FOUNDATION MONTESSORI. MY FAMILY has stayed WITH THEM FOR 5 YEARS now and it has been a life changing experience for my whole family. thank you so much. MYSELF AND MY HUSBAND, david ARE BEYOND GRATEFUL. ALL 3 OF THEM ARE STRAIGHT "A" STUDENTS IN elementary SCHOOL BECAUSE OF YOUR SOLID WORK."

    Autumn and David F.

  • My youngest daughter attended Prime Foundation from 17- months through 3 years old. It was truly one of the best decisions I could have made for our family. I only wish we knew of Ms. Osato for my older son. We found Ms. Osato when her school was small and being run out of her home. It was the cleanest and most beautiful Montessori classroom I had ever seen. When we toured, I immediately felt comfortable with her safe and caring nature. Over the years we spent sending our daughter to school there, it was more like an extension of our family. When the pandemic hit in 2020, Ms. Osato spared no expense to ensure the children could continue their education, first virtually (she hand-delivered cleaned and sanitized Montessori materials every weekend to our front door!) and then in a safe, separated, and extremely clean in-person environment. My daughter NEVER got sick during the pandemic. And this is not to mention the level of education that my daughter received. She could explain gravity at 2-years old and was doing advanced math equations. When we decided to move for my job in 2021, we were the saddest to leave Ms. Osato, but I truly believe that the foundation my daughter received at her school instilled a deep appreciation for learning, gave her grit, and talent. She is now in the gifted and talented program in her school! Ms. Osato and all her staff truly invest in every child they teach. They have the gift for teaching young minds and know how to individually support young learners. If you have the opportunity, do not hesitate to send your children here.”

    - Ashley Y.

  • “Our son attended Prime Foundation Montessori (Prime) for three school years and we think that we made an excellent education decision. By the time he completed second grade, he was solving math problems with speed and accuracy, mentally without using any aids. He is also doing great in other subjects. Our second child is currently still attending Prime Foundation Montessori. As expected, our decision is paying off big time as our boy is quite advanced in different subjects and he will stay at Prime Foundation Montessori Elementary next school year. Both kids love Prime and the staff and always look forward to going to school. We are very grateful to Prime Foundation Montessori and the amazing Ms. Osato, and highly recommend Prime Foundation Montessori to parents considering investing in the future of their children.”

    Frieda and Dr. Alvin E.

  • "My daughter, Lilian, started Prime Foundation Montessori when she was 2 years old until she was 5. She was so advanced in her academics upon graduating from Prime that she had to be placed in the second grade at 6 years old instead of the first grade. Lilian is now in the gifted and talented program at MCPS! To say I am grateful to Prime Foundation Montessori is putting it mildly."

    Jennifer G.

  • “Prime Foundation Montessori is a great school, it is a sound educational foundation for your child. The staff is professional and quite empathetic. Their curriculum is exceptional. All three of my children went through Prime, and I’d do it all over again.”

    Dr. Ellen I.

  • "i have no words to describe myself, my wife's and my son, Sam's experience at PRIME FOUNDATION AFTER 4 YEARS WITH THEM. its the best kept secret in the north potomac area. DO ALL YOU CAN TO SNAG A SPOT FOR YOUR CHILD AND YOU WILL BE EXTREMELY GRATEFUL FOR our RECOMMENDATION."

    Ariel L. and Edgar A.

  • "my KIDS, madison, who GRADUATED and Nicole, IS CURRENTLY attending PRIME FOUNDATION MONTESSORI. ALL THE FAMILIES I KNOW WITH KIDS THAT HAVE ATTENDED OR GRADUATED FROM PRIME FOUNDATION ARE CURRENTLY "ALL A STUDENTS" INCLUDING MY MAdison! stop your school search. enroll right away! hopefully you get offered a spot."

    Nadine and Julian M.

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‘Normalization comes about through “concentration” on a piece of work. For this we must provide “motives for activity” so well adapted to the child’s interest that they provoke his deep attention.

The children who tore up the plants in the garden now watch their growth, count their leaves and measure their height. They no longer speak of my plant, but of the plant. This sublimation, and this love, are due to a new consciousness born in their minds.

We can never cure destructiveness by preaching. If the child wants things for himself or in order that others may not have them, and we try to correct him by giving him a sermon or by appealing to his better feelings, he may stop for a few minutes but will soon begin again.

Only work and concentration, bringing knowledge and love, can induce a transformation which discloses the man previously lying hidden.’

- Dr. Maria Montessori

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the PRIME DiffeRENCE:

  • AN EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE ROOTED IN THE AUTHENTIC MONTESSORI PHILOSOPHY.

  • DISTINCTIVE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES OF STUDENTS.

  • FACULTY WITH EDUCATIONAL EXPERTISE, EXPERIENCE AND OPERATIONAL SUPPORT.

  • SMALL CLASS SIZES AND LOW STUDENT-TO-TEACHER RATIO OF 6:1.

  • UNIQUE 11-MONTH SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR

  • ACTIVE AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING.

  • NURTURING AND BEAUTIFULLY PREPARED CUSTOM CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENTS.

  • PARENT COMMUNICATION THAT EXCEEDS EXPECTATIONS.

  • A DEEP SENSE OF BELONGING AND STUDENT VOICE.

  • RESPONDING TO STUDENTS’ INTEREST AND READINESS.

  • BUILDING RESPONSIBILITY THROUGH INDEPENDENCE.

  • INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACH.

  • CHOICE WITHIN STRUCTURE.

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