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A Montessori school serving infants through 8th grade

The Journey School – A Montessori school from Infant through 8th grade
Located in Columbia, MD
The Journey School is an elementary and middle school located in Columbia, Maryland enrolling students from infants to eighth grade. We serve students in Montgomery and Howard counties with families from Ashton, Brookeville, Burtonsville, Bowie, Clarksville, Cloverly, Columbia, Ellicott City, Fulton, Highland, Laytonsville, Laurel, Olney, Kensington, Sandy Spring, Silver Spring, Spencerville, and Takoma Park. Let's add your city!

For families seeking a better alternative to other private or public schools, students will find a warm, supportive, and caring environment that focuses on the child and on learning based on the educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori. Our classrooms are filled with activities designed to pique curiosity and encourage excellence in academics while promoting social interaction, self-expression, and self-knowledge. 

Our school provides rich instruction in humanities, mathematics, science, art, health, and environmental studies. Our curriculum uses the integrated, project-based program built upon the Montessori method, founded by Dr. Maria Montessori over 100 years ago. 

For more information about The Journey School's pre-kindergarten the middle school programs, please use our contact form, or call 240-324-6160 to schedule a tour.
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