Starling Montessori School

Our Teachers

Fabienne Deaton is a lifelong educator and Montessorian. She has worked in Education for over ten years in abroad and domestically. She has a deep connection to Montessori philosophy through her mother, a fellow Montessori teacher. As a child Fabienne attended a Montessori Primary school this has given her a strong connection to Montessori materials and environments.

Fabienne has two Association Montessori International degrees (AMI) in Montessori Education for both young children and elementary aged children. She has worked as a lead teacher in Montessori Classrooms for over 6 years. She has also worked as a Montessori mentor and administrator in schools, supporting other teachers and supporting the mission and goals of various Montessori Schools. In addition to her certifications in Montessori Education and teaching, Fabienne also hold two Masters degrees, one in International Education from Madrid Spain, and a Masters of Education from Loyola University Maryland.

Location

We share space with the beautiful Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church! Our program is located in the Chapel Annex building.

Starling Montessori School is also lucky to be situated in the Capitol Hill District of DC, within walking distance to the National Mall and key Government offices. We are in a residential area that hosts many beautiful public parks which the children are able to visit during the week.

About our program

At Starling Montessori School in Washington, each child receives personalized care in a supportive atmosphere that fosters their self-reliance. Our genuine Montessori approach focuses on the vital early growth of every student.

Admissions

We accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the year to fill spots we have available. It is important to note that an application does not secure a spot for the child. After submitting an application and application fee, the child placed on a waiting list until they are officially offered a space in the classroom. This might happen right away or there may be a waiting period due. Once the child is offered an official state date the family can complete the enrollment paperwork and the child is ready to start! The Child is invited to visit the classroom prior to their start date to see the space.

Joining Starling Montessori happens in a few steps

1. Explore our Website
2. Tour our program in person
3. Submit an application & application Fee
4. Waitlist or Secured Spot
5. Enrollment paperwork
6. Child Visit
7. Child’s Official Start date!