Northeast Stars Montessori preschools

successfully nurturing young minds in the D.C. Metro area for over 20 years.

How does NES accomplish this?

Northeast Stars Montessori Preschools are distinct in being a professionally run preschool with an eye to individualized attention.  The "every child is the same" technique does not apply within NES walls. 

NES prides itself on its ability to adapt with changing times, and it shows in how teachers and staff respond to parents and children.  Every child is a learner unto himself, and NES teachers are confident in their ability to engage each child successfully.  

Here are some ways NES strives to be the best choice for you and your family's needs:

  • We have 20 years of experience with three locations (Washington DC, Alexandria VA, Nashville TN), and multiple Montessori certified teachers and training programs within our STARS Montessori & Educational Group. 

  • We offer the most flexible preschool options to build your personalized preschool package to meet your family’s needs. We have 9-month or 12-month school year options, 5 day, 3 day or 2 day options with traditional school day schedules or an extended day schedule, meal options, Drop-in care for those on the 3 or 2-day schedules, Drop-in extended care (use only on the days you need it) and Afternoon play time for those only wanting a little socialization for your little one.

  • Our teaching staff are highly qualified, highly paid, and backed and trained by our nationally certified in-house Montessori Trainer and Consultant.  Our teachers receive continual training both inside their classrooms and in our on-site training room.

  • We have an established Montessori curriculum that not only focuses on the academic but also focuses on the individual child and their needs, as well as cooperative and group play.  

  • Our Montessori based curriculum reinforces that everything is related, showing the connection of topics across the five Montessori Learning areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Practical Life, Sensorial, and Geography/Culture

  • Our curriculum is available in book form for all parents, so they may follow along with our daily activities. 

  • Our Montessori and STEM  teaching styles are based on the concept of child-led exploration which includes, question-based and hands-on learning, critical thinking, open-ended exploration, and applying self-initiative.

  • We use the Kriyo app in order to keep parents up to date with daily activities, and easy communication between teachers and parents. 

  • We also have a Facebook and Instagram page that has daily activities for STEM and Montessori work at home. 

  • Our schools have a dedicated phone line for parents to speak directly to the director and teachers. 

  • We’ve been in business for over 20 years and have associations and alliances with local physical, speech, occupational, and medical therapy medical groups