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5 Montessori Daycares in Rockville, Maryland

Find the best montessori daycares in Rockville, Maryland. Browse 5 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Montessori Daycares in Rockville

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — montessori daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Norbeck Montessori School
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    4500 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD · Capacity: 144 children

    Norbeck Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's strong academic preparation, nurturing environment, experienced staff, and comprehensive Montessori curriculum that supports overall child development. Multiple parents note their children's advanced academic skills upon entering elementary school.

    Experienced and dedicated teachersstrong academics in reading/math/writingnurturing and warm environmentwell-prepared classrooms
  2. 2

    14315 Marian Dr, Rockville, MD · Capacity: 12 children

    Little Genius Montessori Center is highly regarded by parents for its Chinese language immersion program combined with rigorous Montessori academics. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient teachers, individualized curriculum, and the significant developmental progress their children make, particularly in language acquisition and confidence-building.

    Chinese language immersioncaring and compassionate teacherspatient and responsive staffindividualized curriculum tailored to each child
  3. 3

    1605 Veirs Mill Rd, Rockville, MD · Capacity: 45 children

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Montessori Daycares in Rockville, Maryland

Montessori daycares in Rockville follow the Maria Montessori method, emphasizing child-led learning, mixed-age classrooms, and hands-on materials. These 5 programs offer an alternative to traditional daycare with a focus on independence and self-directed activity.

When choosing a montessori daycare in Rockville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Montessori Daycares in Rockville

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Good Shepherd Montessori Schl
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1605 Veirs Mill Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 762-2524
Little Genius Montessori Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Little Genius Montessori Center is highly regarded by parents for its Chinese language immersion program combined with rigorous Montessori academics. Parents consistently praise the caring and patient teachers, individualized curriculum, and the significant developmental progress their children make, particularly in language acquisition and confidence-building.

Chinese language immersioncaring and compassionate teacherspatient and responsive staff
Address
14315 Marian Dr, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 738-7851
Norbeck Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Norbeck Montessori School receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the school's strong academic preparation, nurturing environment, experienced staff, and comprehensive Montessori curriculum that supports overall child development. Multiple parents note their children's advanced academic skills upon entering elementary school.

Experienced and dedicated teachersstrong academics in reading/math/writingnurturing and warm environment
Address
4500 Muncaster Mill Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 924-4233
Primary Montessori Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14138 Travilah Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 309-9532
Alef Bet Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
11418 Old Georgetown Rd, Rockville, MD
Phone
(301) 881-9010

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 montessori daycares in Rockville, Maryland. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
The Montessori method is an educational approach developed by Dr. Maria Montessori that emphasizes child-led learning, hands-on activities, and mixed-age classrooms. Children choose their own activities from a range of options, learning at their own pace. Montessori classrooms use specialized materials designed to develop practical life skills, sensory awareness, language, math, and cultural understanding.
Most Montessori programs in Rockville serve children from infancy (as young as 6 weeks) through age 6, with some extending to elementary and even middle school. The core Montessori age groups are infant/toddler (0–3 years), primary/preschool (3–6 years), and lower elementary (6–9 years).
Montessori school tuition in Rockville typically ranges from $800 to $2,000+ per month for full-time enrollment, depending on the child's age and the program. Infant and toddler programs tend to cost more due to smaller group sizes. Some Montessori schools offer financial aid, sliding scale fees, or sibling discounts.
When selecting a montessori daycare in Rockville, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Maryland's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities