Primary Program
3 - 6 years old
About the Primary & Kindergarten Program
Ages three to six represent the stage of the Absorbent Mind, a crucial period when conscious learning begins to emerge. During this time, children learn best through direct interaction with their environment. In the Montessori classroom, they work hands-on with carefully designed materials that support the development of language, mathematics, sensory awareness, practical life skills, and cultural understanding.
These formative years lay the foundation for future academic success and personal growth. Within the mixed-age classroom, children build strong social skills as they collaborate with peers, learn from one another, and develop a deep sense of belonging and community.
The Primary classroom is thoughtfully prepared to encourage independence, concentration, and meaningful choice. Long, uninterrupted work periods allow children to fully engage in their activities, developing focus, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. Teachers observe each child closely, offering individualized lessons that meet students exactly where they are in their development.
Kindergarten: The Culmination of the Primary Years
The third year of the Primary Montessori program - often referred to as Kindergarten - is a powerful and transformative time. By this year, many lessons introduced earlier come together and become firmly established. Through the Montessori progression, children begin as observers in their first year, grow into active participants in their second, and emerge as confident leaders in their third.
Kindergarten students take pride in their work, experience the joy of reading independently, and demonstrate increased responsibility and self-discipline. They often serve as role models within the classroom, strengthening their own understanding by guiding younger peers. This leadership role nurtures confidence, empathy, and a strong sense of purpose.
By the end of the Kindergarten year, children have developed essential academic, social, and emotional skills and are well prepared - both academically and confidently - to transition into first grade.
Consistent Guidance and Individualized Learning
Our trained Montessori guides support each child through careful observation and intentional instruction. Lessons are presented individually or in small groups, allowing children to progress at their own pace while being gently challenged to deepen their understanding and abilities.
Community, Responsibility, and Independence
The mixed-age Primary classroom encourages cooperation rather than competition. Children learn to care for their environment, respect one another, and take responsibility for their choices. These daily experiences help children develop independence, self-confidence, and a strong sense of accountability.
A Typical Day in the Primary & Kindergarten Classroom
7 - 9 a.m.
Morning Daycare
Indoor/Outdoor Time
9 - 9:10 a.m.
Bathroom Time
9:15 - 10:30 a.m.
Snack Time/Wash hands
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Circle Time, Small Group Lessons, and Individual Work Time
Practical Life, Language, Math, Cultural Arts, Sensorial
Outdoor Play and Lunch Room 1 & 3
11:30- 12 p.m.
Lunch
12 - 12:30p.m.
Outdoor Play
Outdoor Play and Lunch Room 2
11:30- 12 p.m.
Outdoor Play
12 - 12:30p.m.
Lunch
12:30 p.m. Session Dismissal
12 - 2:30 p.m.
Pre K: Nap Time
12 - 2:30 p.m.
Kinder: Kinder Afternoon Session Class Time
2:30 - 3:15 p.m.
Wake Up/Nap Cleanup/Bathroom/Snack Time
3 p.m.
Session Dismissal
3 - 4 p.m.
Extended PM Care Outdoor Play
4 - 5 p.m.
Extended PM Indoor Play/Storytime