Parents interested in enrollment information are invitied to schedule a tour through the school office, 301-262-3566. The tours include a brief film about Montessori education, an opportunity to observe a classroom, a question and answer session, and application packets. We accept applications on tour days.

Applicants for the Primary class visit a classroom for an informal interview, without parents, (approx. 20 min.). Children entering the Primary program must be at least 2½ years of age and toilet trained. Elementary aged children are invited to spend a day, as part of the application process.

Students already enrolled at Bowie Montessori Children's House, siblings of children already enrolled, children of BMCH alumni, and Montessori transfer students are given preference in enrollment. Selections of applicants is based upon the Admission Standards which include teacher interviews with the child, class compositions, behavior complimentary to the Montessori Philosophy, past and present recommendations from other school/nursery situations and parental support and understanding of our Montessori program.