Montessori School of South Riding

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Recent parent reviews

• ★★★★★

  The best Montessori school in Virginia. Carmen is an experienced teacher that truly cares about each child and their development. A bilingual school where all the children enjoy learning and speaking Spanish with each other. Our son is graduating this spring, and we feel so confident he is ready for the next step. We know he will be back many times in the future to visit Carmen, Claudia and other students and friends he will miss seeing every day!

  Cristian AbrigoMay 10, 2025
• ★★★★★

  MSSR Montessori School is truly a hidden gem and the only AMI-certified Montessori in Loudoun County. After touring almost every daycare and school in the area, my search ended the moment I toured MSSR and met Carmen. Her passion for education and dedication to the Montessori philosophy is genuinely inspirational. Along with her incredible team of teachers—who have been together for over two decades—MSSR offers unparalleled consistency and care. It's reassuring to know that my child is in an environment free from the disruption of frequent teacher turnover. We’ve been with MSSR for over two years now, and I continue to be amazed by how much the school focuses on raising confident, happy children while teaching them essential life skills. My son has learned practical activities like cleaning windows, sewing, washing clothes, and baking—all of which he takes immense pride in. Academically, MSSR has been exceptional. My son began reading independently before the age of four and developed a remarkable grasp of math and geography. Beyond academics and life skills, MSSR has built a wonderful sense of community. The school offers so many opportunities for parents to connect, from positive parenting sessions to family farm trips, movie nights, and picnics. Through these events, I’ve made amazing friends and feel part of a supportive, like-minded community. MSSR’s dedication to the whole child—academics, life skills, and emotional growth—makes it a truly exceptional place. For any parent looking for a school that inspires a lifelong love of learning while also building strong community connections, MSSR is the perfect choice. We couldn’t be happier with our experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend it!

  Sheekha KhetanDec 13, 2024
• ★★★★★

  As soon as we walked into the doors of MSSR in 2015, I knew we had found THE place. My son attended Montessori School of South Riding for almost 6 years. He began when he was 2.5 years old and completed 2 years of his KG year. He began 1st grade virtually at a public school due to covid and by Thanksgiving I knew something had to change. He wasn’t engaged in the online classes, his love of learning was dwindling and he missed the social aspect of being with other children. I turned to Carmen and asked if he could join the children at MSSR and without hesitation Carmen agreed! She worked with another accredited Montessori elementary school to create a second and third grade curriculum for my son. Wow! Finding Carmen at such a delicate time in our lives was such a gift. We are so fortunate to have had all those years at MSSR…I would’ve kept him there until elementary school if she would’ve let me! And if this wasn’t testament enough, my 9yo son still asks to go visit the school for the day during the summer. Most of children he knew have graduated but what continues to call him back are all experiences and loving memories he created within the school.

  Sandra LopesAug 9, 2022
• ★★★★★

  Wonderful teacher, beautiful classroom, authentic Montessori teaching method and materials, and sweet friends! I couldn’t be happier. This school is dreamy and I wish I could be young again and attend this school! Under the pandemic situation, teachers have sacrificed themselves to maintain clean and safe learning space. They truly care and love kids like their own. Head teacher, Carmen is always ready to talk and give good parenting tips as a teacher, mother, and grandmother. Kids are so sweet and friendly each other. My kid is thriving in so many positive ways and I am 100% satisfied with our school. Also parents are so supporitve one another and become true friends. Choosing MSSR was one of the best decision I made!

  Soona LeeNov 2, 2021
• ★★★★★

  GREAT, FRIENDLY, KIND, UNDERSTANDABLE, CARING, ...., and I can just go on and on about this school and the staff. I visited quiet a few Montessori schools before choosing this one for my son. I know we as parents are so picky when it comes to our kids, this school proved me that they Care for my baby just as much as I do. My son started this school when he was only 3 years old. So attached to me and he had separation anxiety. The kind staff made it so much easier for me and my son to pass this transition with their open arms and heart. ❤️ Now it’s been 3 years that my son is attending MSSR happy and proud. We have been so happy with MSSR that now my daughter has joined the school too. Even though we have moved from Chantilly and now live about 35 minutes away from school we still take the kids to MSSR. Highly recommend MSSR if you are looking for a CARING, EDUCATIONAL, CLEAN and FRIENDLY environment for your little ones. The school which completely follows the MONTESSORI rules and regulations.

  noosha arjomandiJan 6, 2020
• ★★★★★

  I wish I could give them 10 stars! We have used MSSR with Carmen Arenas for the past 4 years for our sons Jack and James, and we will soon bring our daughter. My wife went through the Montessori school system as a child. Our children are taught life skills as part of their curriculum. Most importantly, the love, affection, and attention by Carmen and her teachers is remarkable. We are the biggest ambassadors for MSSR!

  Neal KravitzDec 11, 2019

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