Latin American Montessori Bilingual
charterWard 4Sixteenth Street Heights · Grades PK3–5
OSSE STAR Rating
SY 2018-19Source: OSSE School Report Card — official rating from DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education.
About Latin American Montessori Bilingual
Latin American Montessori Bilingual (LAMB) is a bilingual Montessori community rooted in Latin American culture, where all students thrive. The school integrates Dual Language/Immersion and authentic Montessori educational approaches, fostering a comprehensive learning environment where children develop naturally in two languages. Students receive enriching classes in visual arts, music, and physical education as part of their regular curriculum. School hours are 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. for most grades, while PK3-K operates from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A uniform is not required, providing families with more flexibility. Lottery priority is extended to children of staff and siblings currently attending.
“We are a bilingual Montessori community rooted in Latin American culture in which all students thrive.”
Specialized Programs
Enrichment
Students receive visual arts · music · and physical education classes.
Address
5000 14TH STREET NW
Language Programs
Dual Language/Immersion
Enrollment Lottery
Required
Free transit for students
All DC residents enrolled at Latin American Montessori Bilingual (ages 5–21) qualify for Kids Ride Free — a SmarTrip card that grants free Metrobus, Metrorail, and DC Circulator rides on school days.
School Hours
From Google business listing — confirm with the school directly.
- Monday8 AM to 5 PM
- Tuesday8 AM to 5 PM
- Wednesday8 AM to 5 PM
- Thursday8 AM to 5 PM
- Friday8 AM to 5 PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Latin American Montessori Bilingual serve?+
Latin American Montessori Bilingual serves grades PK3–5 in the Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of Washington DC.
What ward is Latin American Montessori Bilingual in?+
Latin American Montessori Bilingual is located in Ward 4, Sixteenth Street Heights, Washington DC.
How do I apply to Latin American Montessori Bilingual?+
Latin American Montessori Bilingual is a DC public charter school that requires a lottery application. Applications are submitted through MySchoolDC (myschooldc.org), which opens each November and closes in early February. Results are released in late March.
What is Latin American Montessori Bilingual's OSSE star rating?+
Latin American Montessori Bilingual received a 4/5 star rating (★★★★☆) from the DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) in SY 2018-19. OSSE ratings measure academic achievement, growth, and attendance.
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