Mixed-Age Classrooms

Montessori Education, Preschool•10/30/26

Montessori Kindergarten in Huntington Beach: Why the Third Year Matters

In Montessori, kindergarten is the third year of the Primary classroom, when children build on what they've learned and grow into confident, capable leaders. Learn what this important year looks like at MCDC in Huntington Beach.

Montessori Education, Parent Resources•7/24/26

Why Are Montessori Classrooms Mixed-Age? Understanding the Benefits of Multi-Age Learning

Discover why Montessori classrooms are intentionally designed with mixed-age groups and how learning alongside children of different ages helps develop independence, confidence, leadership, and a strong sense of community.