Yellow flowers with blue text saying Welcome to Small Savers Montessori

We have cared for children & families in greater Washington, D.C. for over 35 years.

Our dedicated teachers provide a loving and engaging environment for your child — from infanthood through preschool.

Our center is a welcoming community abundant in opportunities for exploring and developing new skills through an American Montessori Society (AMS) curriculum. Our mission is to provide a safe and loving environment where each child’s unique development pattern is supported and respected. We also work with parents to give children the security and the stimulation they need to thrive, develop self-confidence, and learn about the world.

Here, you’ll find:

  • Warm and loving teachers with extensive experience and a genuine passion for working with children

  • A dedicated and thoughtful leadership team supported by a board of parent volunteers

  • A bright & beautiful center with a private outdoor playground

We’re proud to offer the following:

  • A 52-week operating schedule in a secured building

  • Full-time daycare Monday-Friday from 8:00a to 5:30p

  • Daily meals & snacks

  • 15-minute complimentary garage parking for drop-off & pick-up

  • A peanut and tree-nut-free facility

  • Competitive tuition rates with sibling discounts available

  • Drop-in care for alum families

  • Annual “Summer Camp” programming

  • Weekly movement classes, offered on site by Power Tots

  • Teacher/family communication, photos, and messaging through the Brightwheel app

We are a fully licensed child development center and an independently operated 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Our physical location is in downtown Washington, D.C., within the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau building (thus the name Small Savers). Enrollment is open to the public.

You’re invited to join our community!

Full-time daycare: We’re now enrolling children ages 3 months - 5 years.

Infant Room

12 weeks - 12 months

Based on your baby's individual needs and characteristics, we encourage activities to enhance your baby's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development.

Toddler 1 Room

12 months - 18/24 months

Your toddler’s emerging sense of individuality is fostered in an environment that combines safety, security, acceptance, and fun.

Toddler 2 Room

18/24 months - 30/36 months

As your toddler grows in independence and understanding of the world, learning through guided free play helps your child develop and grow.

Primary Room

30/36 months - 5 years

The Primary classroom provides a rich environment designed to meet your child's growing needs for independence and further understanding of the world.

Our family has been part of the Small Savers community for a little over a year, since our daughter was about 4mo, and we couldn’t recommend Small Savers more. The team is so caring and attentive. They really know our daughter, and that has made an enormous difference in every aspect of her life. Absolute highest possible recommendation.
— Thomas A.
I cannot say enough good things about Small Savers! My child has thrived in multiple classrooms with deeply engaged and thoughtful teachers and leadership. The communication to parents is thorough and professional. I’m so grateful my family has found such a warm, fun daycare that my child looks forward to returning to every day.
— Nora S.