Arlington Pre-schools: Recommendations

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I am not sure if you'd consider Arlington's Montessori program through their public schools. (It's often got a waitlist, and I think you may need to apply February to get a spot in September, but it may be worth looking into.) I did it for my children starting at age 3, and have been very impressed.

I have yet to see a Montessori that goes full day. Most are 9-3. If you work, those hours aren't doable and then you are cobbling together care for the other hours.

The cost is comparable to full time large centers when you add up before and after care, summer care, days off.
Only 15% of spots are available to families without financial need
Only one of the schools has before / after care for 3yr olds - Campbell?
You can only apply to the ones you are zoned for

I gave up once I found out I couldn't get before and after care for my 3yr old