Primary Montessori.
Our primary class is best for children who are moving towards a longer work time, usually 2½ to 3 hours per day. Children explore the full Montessori curriculum: practical life, sensorial, math, language, geography, and the arts.
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Full curriculum
Practical life, sensorial, math, language, geography, and the arts, presented through individual lessons.
Mentorship
Older children lead and help younger classmates, building confidence, empathy, and leadership.
Kindergarten ready
Children leave with strong academic foundations, independence, and a lasting love of learning.
The heart of the Montessori experience.
The Primary classroom brings together children ages 4 to 6 in a mixed-age community. Younger children learn by watching older classmates, and older children reinforce their own learning by helping others. This is a hallmark of Montessori education.
With a longer 2½ to 3 hour work cycle, children have time to concentrate deeply, repeat activities until they master them, and move from concrete materials toward abstract thinking in math, language, and more. They leave ready for kindergarten with strong skills and a love of learning.
What your child will learn.
Language
Phonetic sounds, the moveable alphabet, and early reading and writing at each child's own pace.
Mathematics
Golden beads and other hands-on materials introduce place value, addition, and subtraction.
Practical life
Advanced care of self and environment builds responsibility, order, and concentration.
Sensorial
Refined materials develop the senses and prepare the mind for math and geometry.
Geography & culture
Puzzle maps, continents, and cultures spark curiosity about the world and its people.
Science & art
Botany, zoology, simple experiments, music, and art invite exploration and self-expression.
The daily rhythm.
- 1Arrival
Morning drop off with parents and assembly.
- 2Work cycle
A 2½ to 3 hour work time with individual and small-group lessons.
- 3Circle time
Group discussions, stories, and shared learning.
- 4Outdoor & lunch
Fresh air, gentle yoga, and lunch together.
- 5Afternoon
Return to classroom work, enrichment, and a snack.
Signs this program is a good fit.
- ✓Around 4 years old
- ✓Can concentrate on a chosen activity for longer periods
- ✓Curious about letters, numbers, and how things work
- ✓Enjoys helping and working with others
At a glance.
- ✓2½ – 3 hour work cycle
- ✓Full Montessori curriculum
- ✓Mixed-age mentorship
- ✓Individual lesson plans
Schedules: Part Time 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM · Full Time 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Extended 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM. 2, 3, and 5-day options available.
Supporting learning at home.
Give real responsibility
Let your child set the table, feed a pet, or pack their own bag.
Talk about their work
Ask open questions like 'What did you discover today?' instead of 'What did you do?'
Explore together
Visit the library, garden, or a park and talk about what you see.
Common questions.
Will my child be ready for kindergarten?
Yes. Primary students build strong foundations in reading, writing, math, and independence that prepare them well for kindergarten.
Why are ages mixed in one classroom?
Mixed ages let younger children learn from older peers, while older children gain confidence and leadership by helping others.
What schedules are available?
Part-time, full-time, and extended hours are available, with 2, 3, and 5-day options.