Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley

4.8(23 reviews on Google)

Preschools & Day Care listing in Alexandria, VA

About Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley

Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley is a newer Montessori campus in Alexandria that welcomes military families and families using subsidy programs. It runs Nido for infants, a Toddler program, and Children's House for preschool and kindergarten ages, plus Spanish Immersion for children from 16 months to 6 years. The school is open year-round, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with full-day, half-day, three-day and extended-day schedules. Tuition ranges from $1,655 to $2,775 per month depending on program and schedule, with no application or registration fees. It includes breakfast and two snacks, and families pack lunch. Afternoon enrichment studios cover cooking, gardening, art, nature and STEM, and a summer program takes children from 6 weeks to 6 years. Toddler and Children's House have openings while Nido keeps a waitlist. Classrooms are led by AMS-credentialed guides. Rated 4.8 from 23 Google reviews, 22 of them five stars.

What reviewers mention: environment (8), patient (5), communication (3), classroom (3), guides (2), kindness (2), principal (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes

  • Tuition listed

    Yes

  • Waitlist

    Yes

  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

  • Montessori

    Yes

  • Spanish immersion

    Yes

  • STEM or STEAM

    Yes

  • Enrichment programs

    Yes

  • Meals provided

    Yes

  • Summer camp

    Yes

No information yet on pre-K class, reggio Emilia, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley

What ages does Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley serve?

Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley takes infants and toddlers and preschool-age children. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley cost?

Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley publishes its tuition on its own website. Rates change, so confirm the current rate and any registration fee with the school.

Does Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley accept child care subsidies?

Yes. Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley says it accepts child care subsidies or certificates. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program pays part of the cost for eligible families at participating providers; families apply on CommonHelp or at their local department of social services and pay a copayment. Confirm your eligibility and the school's participation before you enroll.

What are Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley's hours?

Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley?

Yes. Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley provides meals or snacks.

Does Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley run a summer camp?

Yes. Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.

What teaching approach does Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley use?

Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley offers the Montessori method, Spanish immersion, a STEM or STEAM focus and enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.

Does Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley have a waitlist?

Yes. Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley keeps a waitlist. Ask how long the current wait is for your child's age and how to get on the list.

Is Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley in the Virginia Department of Education's Search for Child Care tool (linked from childcare.virginia.gov) to see its license or exemption and its inspection reports.

Where is Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley and how do I contact it?

Illuminate Montessori at Berkeley is at 3458 Berkeley St, Alexandria, VA 22302. Its phone number is (571) 516-6080. It has a 4.8-star rating from 23 Google reviews.

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