ELEMENTARY PROGRAM

1st - 5th Grade

This stage is when children fully utilize their abilities in memorization, imagination, logic, and complex reasoning. Dr. Montessori refers to this period as the “age of reason,” marked by a significant strengthening of the reasoning faculty. Children at this age explore the world with curiosity, questioning not just facts but the deeper “how” and “why” behind them. Their sense of right and wrong is shaped by their relationships and their understanding of the universe.

The Montessori elementary classroom offers long blocks of uninterrupted time to support sustained concentration. Subjects are interconnected, and lessons focus on abstract learning rather than concrete materials. Learning becomes meaningful as children grasp the purpose of higher-level math, sciences, technology, history, literature, language arts, communication, writing, and global studies.

Beyond academics, children develop important life skills such as conflict resolution, character building, and problem-solving. Enrichment includes field trips, community service, and sports activities.

The Elementary curriculum follows both Montessori Lower and Upper Elementary Standards as well as the California Department of Education/CORE Standards. Academic hours run from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.