The Aidan Experience
Learning is an Adventure at Aidan Montessori
Aidan's Montessori approach begins with a deep respect for children as individuals and focuses on their whole development to aid them in becoming independent, self-motivated, and contributing members of the world community.
Our Philosophy
Here, Children Can Be Children
A Montessori education is joyful, fun, and personal. Students are not over-programmed and over-scheduled – instead, they are free to explore, question, and imagine things beyond their own experience. This pioneering approach allows Aidan to nurture and preserve childhood, and encourages authentic learning and growth.
A Community of Grace, Courtesy & Respect
When you visit Aidan, you can expect our three-year-old students to introduce themselves and offer you tea or coffee. You will have doors held for you, hear "please" and "thank you" consistently, and may see students calmly working on conflict resolution. Aidan students learn to respect each other, our community, and the broader world.
Aidan Welcomes All
Whether you’re in D.C. for a moment or forever, Aidan will become your family’s community for life. Aidan families are involved and supportive, forming meaningful friendships and sharing joyful experiences, creating a dynamic family network in and out of our classrooms.
We strive to maintain an inclusive, diverse, equitable environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.
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Our Programs
Aidan’s approach is tailored to the characteristics children display at each developmental stage.
Young Children’s Community (YCC)
Ages 18 months–3 years
Aidan's Young Children's Community program helps our youngest students to develop physical independence, emotional development, and language proficiency while engaging with their peers in a supportive and nurturing community.
Primary
Ages 3–6 years
Our Primary program uses specially designed activities and materials to support self-directed discovery and guided learning as our students develop their social, practical, and academic skills.
Elementary
Grades 1–6
Aidan's Lower and Upper Elementary programs engage our students' emerging intellectual capacity, supporting them as they become curious, collaborative thinkers and problem-solvers.
Why Mixed-Aged Classrooms?
Combining students across age and grade levels deepens individual learning and community building. This allows Aidan students to access a broader curriculum, advance in developmentally appropriate stages, learn from older students, and mentor their younger classmates.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
We know that finding the right school for your family can be a daunting task. We at Aidan are committed to supporting you through this process with clear information and prompt answers to your questions so that you can make an informed decision.
If you have any questions about the admission process at Aidan, please reach out to admissions@aidanschool.org or call 202-387-2700 x140. We look forward to connecting with you!
Schedule a Campus Tour
If you're interested in visiting Aidan Montessori, please reach out to Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management Sarah Fondriest at s.fondriest@aidanschool.org to schedule your tour.