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The Curious Minds Montessori School

Grades and ages

Ages 2-5

Student-teacher ratio

5:1 - Low Ratio Maintained

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About The Curious Minds Montessori School

The Curious Minds Montessori School is a traditional independent Montessori preschool in Chantilly, Virginia, serving infants, toddlers, and primary students. While primarily a mainstream Montessori school following authentic Montessori principles with hands-on learning, the school may accommodate children with MILD learning differences or sensory needs through its individualized approach. The curriculum includes health-focused meals, outdoor playtime, yoga, and dance to promote physical and emotional well-being. The school maintains low student-teacher ratios and offers a nurturing environment. IMPORTANT NOTE: This is na specialized special education preschool. The Curious Minds is a Montessori school that may accept some children with mild sensory or developmental needs on a case-by-case basis. Families with children who have moderate to severe disabilities, autism requiring specialized support, or significant behavioral challenges should contact the school directly to confirm if their child can be accommodated in a typical Montessori setting.

Welcome to The Curious Minds Montessori School, an independent, non-sectarian school located in Chantilly, Virginia. Here, we put personal development first and work together with our teachers and parents to raise children that are kind and compassionate while also self-disciplined and independent. That holistic approach is what makes us different. Our goal is to foster a love of learning in our students, so they can pursue their lifelong goals both passionately and effectively. We provide an intrinsically stimulating and self-directed Montessori education in a compassionate and caring environment that's individualized to your child's personality, learning style, strengths, and unique needs. Conveniently located in the center of the So

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Who this school serves

Grades and ages

  • Montessori
  • Private
  • Preschool (Ages 2-5)

Specialties

  • Autism

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Accreditation and licensing

  • Cognia / AdvancED

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24963 Ashgarten Dr, Chantilly, VA 20152

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Areas served

Chantilly VA

Reviews

2 reviews

3.5 out of 5 based on published family feedback.

New ownership

3/5

Since the new owners took over in April 2025, the quality of care and overall standards at the school have noticeably declined. The school no longer reflects the environment and values it was known for under the previous ownership. The teachers appear unhappy, and many families have left due to the change in ownership, scheduling issues, and what seems to be a lack of experience and organization from the new management. There is very little visible leadership or engagement from the owners. While one owner is often in the office, there is little evidence of hands-on involvement, and it shows in both the appearance of the building and the classrooms. Staff hours were reduced, reportedly for budgeting reasons, leaving classrooms short-staffed and struggling to maintain appropriate teacher-to-child ratios. When classrooms need additional support, there appears to be little assistance from the owners, placing additional stress on the teachers and affecting the quality of care provided to the children. The Montessori program has also suffered significantly. The classrooms lack authentic Montessori materials, with mismatched shelving and an overall lack of care that make the learning environment feel inconsistent with Montessori standards. It is disappointing to see such a respected school decline so quickly after the change in ownership. I hope the owners take these concerns seriously and make meaningful improvements for the benefit of the children, families, and dedicated teachers who remain.

Anonymous · 7/16/2026

Nice Montessori school

4/5

Kids seem happy and engaged. Good outdoor space.

Anonymous · 10/14/2025

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