Early Childhood
Toddler and Preschool Classrooms
The Early Childhood Program at Garden is comprised of a Toddler classroom (two and three year olds) and two Preschool classrooms (ages three through five). Three or more teachers are assigned to each group. The Garden Montessori classroom environment encourages children’s natural desire for independence and the development of self-esteem. Teachers guide children in making choices from the materials and also give individual and small-group lessons during work time. The classroom has an atmosphere of mutual respect and caring where children develop kindness, courtesy and self-discipline.
Early Childhood Curriculum Areas
- Math: Counting, number recognition, addition and subtraction
- Language: Oral communication, comprehension, writing and reading
- Sensorial: Matching, categorizing, grading and sorting
- Practical Life: Independence, organization and self-esteem. Small and large motor activities
- Spanish: Beginning vocabulary, songs and culture
- Science: Life, Physical and Earth sciences
- Art: Creativity, appreciation, beginning techniques
- Geography and Cultural Studies: Maps, countries, people
- Music: Songs, appreciation, movement
Montessori education strives to awaken the young child’s spirit and imagination and results in self-motivation, independence and an ongoing love of learning.
Hours:
The Toddler and Preschool day begins at 8:30 each morning and ends at 2:30 each afternoon.
Early care is offered on an as-needed basis beginning at 7:30 am. Late care is available until 5:30 pm.
The Garden Montessori Early Childhood Program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.