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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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The Academy of Christian Education (ACE) is a private Christian school in Reston, VA, established in 1996, serving preschool through eighth grade with a Biblical worldview and an accelerated academic program. Classes run at a 1:16 or better teacher-to-student ratio, and graduates frequently place into advanced high school coursework and top DMV high schools. ACE has an open enrollment policy and offers before-care, after-care, and summer programs.