Primary

3 - 6 years

“These very children reveal to us the most vital need of their development, saying : ‘Help me to do it alone!’ “

Dr. Maria Montessori

Children in the Primary program are introduced to a wide variety of activities designed to support and foster independence as they move toward mastery of themselves and their environment. Carefully designed lessons in practical life, sensorial experiences, language, mathematics and the cultural subjects, including music and art, are presented by the trained Montessori guide.

The precision and beauty of the prepared environment are the perfect match for the young child’s sensitive periods for language, movement, and order. The clear and consistent ground rules of the primary environment strengthen the child’s respect for others and their work.

Montessori materials allow the children to explore their work sensorially. Using the Montessori materials, the guide introduces new concepts in a concrete manner, thereby providing rich impressions and laying the groundwork for further study in all areas of the curriculum.

The Primary Program offers half-day and extended day programs. For extended day students, the second half of the day focuses on extensions of Montessori curriculum.

Children in both the half-day and extended day programs work in the gardens and play on the playground daily, weather permitting.

Child Centered

(Not Teacher Centered)

Unlike conventional classrooms, where all children are expected to pay close attention to the teacher, our program does the opposite – the teacher is trained to closely observe your child’s interests, tendencies, and needs. You won’t see the teacher standing at the front of the classroom at a chalkboard, but rather will find them  down at your child’s level, engaged with them or a small group.

Program Hours

Primary Half Day Primary Extended Day
Age 3 years around 3.5 to 6 years
Hours Monday – Friday (8:00 am to 12:00 pm) Monday to Friday (8:00 am to 3:30 pm)
Almost Home Available Until 3:30 pm or 6:00 pm 6:00 pm
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