St Joseph's Preschool

Prepped Learning is a specialized educational therapy and diagnostic tutoring center dedicated to supporting children and adults facing learning challenges, particularly those with language-based learning disabilities and executive functioning difficulties. The core mission of Prepped Learning is to provide individualized, evidence-based interventions that address the unique academic needs of each student, ranging from early learners to adolescents. Through a combination of educational and therapeutic methodologies, the highly trained educational therapists evaluate and tailor their approach to enhance attention, motivation, and critical thinking skills while fostering a supportive learning environment. What sets Prepped Learning apart is its commitment to maintaining a low student-teacher ratio, which allows for personalized attention and customized instructional strategies. Additionally, strong partnerships with families ensure that progress is collaboratively monitored and celebrated. With a nurturing atmosphere that emphasizes not only academic success but also emotional well-being, Prepped Learning stands out as a beacon of hope for students navigating their educational journeys.

Our private Christian preschool and school in Falls Church serves learners ages 3–13, with older students considered individually. Younger children use Montessori materials to explore practical life, sensory learning and independence. School-age learners work at their own pace on reading, writing and math through the Acton model. Socratic discussions, hands-on quests and exhibitions are part of learning. Older students mentor younger children, develop passion projects and explore apprenticeships. Our guides support learners as they take responsibility for their work and their studio community.

Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV) is an independent school in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area offering authentic Montessori education. The Valleybrook Campus at 3433 Rose Lane in Falls Church hosts the Preprimary program for age 2 and the Primary program for ages 3 to 6. Older students continue at the Hillbrook Campus in Annandale, and a Middle School Program runs through eighth grade. The Primary classroom covers practical life, sensorial work, language, mathematics, and cultural studies, with weekly art, music, and Spanish lessons. Students take field trips to local nature centers, theaters, and museums, and take part in community service projects. MSNV holds dual accreditation from the Virginia Association of Independent Schools and the American Montessori Society, one of a small number of Montessori programs in Virginia with both. Half-day and full-day Primary schedules are offered, and the school runs an Extended Day program plus Camp MSNV in the summer.