We do extensive Criminal Reference checks and Background checks on all of our team members.

Our program is 5 days per week, Monday – Friday. Recognizing the community’s need for extended hours, we are open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Our Preschool program runs as follows:

Infant: 6 weeks-18 months

Toddler: 18 months-3 years

Primary: 3 years – Kindergarten (Child must be potty trained)

School Day: 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Full Time: 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

The multi-year span in each class provides a family-like grouping where learning can take place naturally. Because this peer group is intrinsic to Montessori, there are more language experiences and conversations in the Montessori classroom than in conventional child care settings. Multi-aged children enjoy mutually beneficial relationships. Because there are varying age and ability levels in each classroom, children can be working at whatever level they are capable of without competing against each other. In addition, they tend to grasp concepts much more quickly because they are exposed to so much at a younger age and not only given what is deemed as “age-appropriate lessons”. Lastly, older children get an opportunity to reinforce many of their newly found skills by showing a younger child which helps them experiencing leadership within the classroom.

Montessori is based on the principle of free choice of purposeful activity. If a child is being destructive or is using materials in an aimless way, the teacher will intervene and gently re-direct the child either to more appropriate materials or to a more appropriate use of the material.

When the time comes to move into a more traditional school environment, Montessori children usually adapt very well. Our programs are designed to help children develop positive self-images and confidence so they can face challenges and change with optimism. The Montessori environment helps build self-esteem, which research has shown to be a key predictor for future success.