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Julia Brown Schools

9760 Owen Brown Rd Columbia, MD 21045
Tel: (410) 730-5056 Ext. 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-3
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Julia Brown Schools Photo #1 - Call us to schedule a tour of our Montessori School in Columbia!
Julia Brown Schools Photo #2 - Learn more about our Advanced Montessori Curriculum, including Coding, by visiting our website.
Julia Brown Schools Photo #3 - Our Founder, Ms. Brown, sitting in on her first Latin lesson with our students. See more insights on our Instagram @juliabrownschools
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-3
  • Acceptance rate: 98%
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-3
Year Founded
1967
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Motto
First. Finest.

Student Body

Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform required - Navy Polos & Khaki Shorts/Pants
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Visit our website to request tuition information.
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 85%
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School Notes

  • Family Owned and Operated
  • Traditional Montessori
  • Before/After Care
  • Summer Programs
  • Rolling Admission
  • Children have a strong natural desire to learn. This desire can best be nurtured by allowing the child to choose his or her own activities and to work at his or her own pace.
  • If you feel that your child should begin their formal education in a quiet and calm atmosphere, we invite your child to join us.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Julia Brown Schools?
The acceptance rate of Julia Brown Schools is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
When is the application deadline for Julia Brown Schools?
The application deadline for Julia Brown Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Julia Brown Schools located?
Julia Brown Schools is located in the Oakland Mills neighborhood of Columbia, MD.

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The average private school tuition in Howard County, MD is $12,310 for elementary schools and $14,349 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Howard County, MD is 82% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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