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11579 Cedar Chase Rd Herndon, VA 20170
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703-404-9733
reston@illuminatemontessori.com
Operating Hours:
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
At Illuminate Montessori Reston, we provide an authentic Montessori education that nurtures independence, confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. Serving children from 6 weeks through 6 years of age, our carefully prepared Montessori environments support each stage of development and empower children to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
Our experienced educators guide children through meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that encourage exploration, concentration, and self-discovery. Through individualized instruction and purposeful work, children develop confidence, responsibility, and a strong foundation for future learning. Families also have the opportunity to participate in our Spanish Immersion program, where children naturally acquire language skills while building cultural awareness through authentic Montessori experiences.
Located in Herndon, Virginia, our campus offers thoughtfully prepared classrooms and a warm, welcoming school community where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to reach their fullest potential. Through strong family partnerships and authentic Montessori practices, we help children develop the independence, creativity, and confidence needed for lifelong success.
We are proud to partner with families during these important early years and are committed to creating a joyful educational experience that supports the development of the whole child.
Schedule Your Visit to Reston
See our prepared environment for yourself. We host weekday tours by appointment for families considering Illuminate Montessori.
Programs Offered
- Ages Served: 6 Weeks – 6 Years
Nido
A nurturing Montessori environment designed to support infants during the earliest stages of development. Through individualized care, freedom of movement, and carefully prepared spaces, children build trust, independence, and confidence as they explore the world around them.
Toddler
A thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment that encourages independence, language development, concentration, movement, and self-confidence through purposeful work and hands-on exploration.
Ages: 16 Months – 3 Years
Children's House
A multi-age Montessori classroom where children develop academic foundations, practical life skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning through individualized instruction and meaningful experiences.
Ages: 3 – 6 Years
Spanish Immersion
A fully immersive Montessori environment where children naturally acquire Spanish language skills while engaging in meaningful Montessori learning experiences. Students develop confidence in communication while building cultural awareness and global understanding.
Kindergarten
A comprehensive Montessori kindergarten experience that builds leadership, independence, and advanced academic skills.
- Authentic Montessori learning environments
- Spanish Immersion program
- Carefully prepared classrooms that foster independence and confidence
- Individualized learning experiences tailored to each child
- Experienced and dedicated Montessori educators
- Strong family-school partnerships
- Focus on academic, social, emotional, and physical development
- Warm and welcoming school community
Montessori Curriculum
Practical Life
Children build independence, confidence, and coordination through real-life, hands-on activities that encourage responsibility and self-care.
Sensorial Exploration
Beautiful Montessori materials help children refine their senses, make observations, and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Mathematics
Concrete Montessori materials introduce numerals, quantity, operations, and problem-solving in ways that make abstract concepts meaningful and accessible.
Language & Literacy
Rich vocabulary development, phonetic awareness, writing, reading, and communication skills emerge naturally through purposeful work and exploration.
Cultural Studies
Children explore geography, science, nature, history, and global cultures, fostering curiosity, respect, and appreciation for the world.
Art & Creativity
Daily opportunities for artistic expression through art, music, and movement encourage imagination, creativity, and fine-motor development.
Grace & Courtesy
Children learn kindness, empathy, respect, and peaceful problem-solving—core values that strengthen our Montessori community.
Nicole Maamari
Ms Maamari earned a bachelor degree in Computer Science with a minor in Psychology from the Lebanese American University. She grew up in different countries and settled in the US in 1997. Ms Maamari fell in love with the Montessori Method 25 years ago when she discovered Montessori for her own children. She decided to pursue that and studied The Montessori Philosophy and started working as an Admissions Coordinator and has since completed her Nido/Toddler Montessori training.
She joined our schools in 2022 and hasn’t looked back since! She wanted to share her passion for Montessori and became an ambassador and a huge believer of the method. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, swimming and supporting the Hokies with her 2 grown daughters who are Virginia Tech graduates.
Admissions
We welcome families year-round based on program availability. We encourage interested families to schedule a tour to experience our Montessori environment firsthand, meet our leadership team, and learn more about our programs.
During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to explore our classrooms, learn about the Montessori approach, and discuss your child’s unique developmental needs and educational goals.
Our admissions team is committed to making the enrollment process smooth and supportive, and we look forward to partnering with families as they begin their Montessori journey.
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