About Us

At Cardinal Montessori School, we are proud to be one of the oldest private school options in Prince William County, serving local families for more than 65 years. As a trusted Montessori school, we provide hands-on learning experiences that help children build confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Our caring teachers guide students from early childhood through 6th grade in a supportive and engaging environment. We also operate as a welcoming day care center with before- and after-school care to help meet the needs of busy families. We proudly support military families and accept childcare subsidy programs to make quality education more accessible to our community.

CMS is a member of the American Montessori Society (AMS), Virginia Montessori Association (VAMA), National Private Schools Accreditation Group, Virginia Child Care Association, Virginia Council for Private Education, and the Prince William County Chamber of Commerce.

There is a great sense of community within the Montessori classroom, where children of differing ages work together in an atmosphere of cooperation rather than competitiveness. There is respect for the environment and for the individuals within it, which comes through experience of freedom within the community.

 ~ Maria Montessori