Programs

Montessori classrooms encompass an age span of three years, allowing younger students to learn from older role models and older students to test and reinforce their knowledge by helping younger classmates. Working in one class for three years, children are able to develop a strong sense of community with classmates and teachers. This gives them the foundation on which they build their future interactions with others and the world in general. The experience of success after an initial difficulty is the essence of effort. This simple concept facilitates self confidence and tremendous interest in learning.

Primary Program

Our Primary program is based on the premise of Maria Montessori’s observations of the young child from ages 3 to 6. In response to the child’s natural instincts for learning, and their “absorbent minds”, our Primary classrooms are set up to “follow the child” as they explore their natural environment with respect to science, mathematics, practical life, social skills and language.

Lower Elementary Program

Our Early Elementary program, for children ages 6 to 9, has strong academic, cultural and musical foundations. It uses Maria Montessori’s curriculum as the basis of it’s science, history and culture programs. We also emphasize the arts and performance in music as well as other artistic venues, giving the class balance between strong academics as well as self-expression.

Upper Elementary Program

Our Upper Elementary program for children ages 9 to 12 continues an emphasis on strong academics and cultural expression. We assist the children in their preparation for transition into other school environments, which includes test taking and the refining of academic skills, as well as an emphasis on writing and word comprehension.

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