About University Montessori School
University Montessori School is an independent, nonprofit Montessori school on Reservoir Road in Charlottesville, serving preschool-age children in mixed-age groups with child-led learning. Children usually stay through their kindergarten year. Most begin at 8:30, a before care program runs from 8:00 to 8:30, pickup times are 1:00, 3:30 and 5:30, and occasional after care costs $18 an hour by prearrangement. Lunch comes at noon for those who stay, with a nap period and an afternoon snack. Math, science, music, cultural geography and physical education fill the curriculum, and a school garden feeds lessons on the seasons. Summer camps run with their own descriptions and registration. Rated 5.0 from two Google reviews, both five stars.
Services and details
Preschool program
YesTuition listed
YesEarly drop-off or late pickup
YesMontessori
YesEnrichment programs
YesMeals provided
YesSummer camp
Yes
No information yet on pre-K class, infants and toddlers, accepts child care subsidies, waitlist, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.
Contact
- (434) 977-0583
- 1034 Reservoir Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Website
- View on Google Maps
Questions parents ask about University Montessori School
What ages does University Montessori School serve?
University Montessori School takes preschool-age children. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.
How much does University Montessori School cost?
University Montessori School publishes its tuition on its own website. Rates change, so confirm the current rate and any registration fee with the school.
Does University Montessori School accept child care subsidies?
University Montessori School has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (434) 977-0583 to ask. Virginia's Child Care Subsidy Program only pays providers that take part in it, and many localities keep a waitlist.
What are University Montessori School's hours?
University Montessori School offers early drop-off or late pickup.
Are meals included at University Montessori School?
Yes. University Montessori School provides meals or snacks.
Does University Montessori School run a summer camp?
Yes. University Montessori School runs a summer camp. Ask about dates, ages and whether current students get first choice of spots.
What teaching approach does University Montessori School use?
University Montessori School offers the Montessori method and enrichment programs. A visit is the best way to see how that looks in the classroom.
Is University Montessori School licensed?
This guide does not check licenses. Look up University Montessori School 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 University Montessori School and how do I contact it?
University Montessori School is at 1034 Reservoir Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903. Its phone number is (434) 977-0583. It has a 5.0-star rating from 2 Google reviews.
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