Elementary
Lower and Upper Elementary Classrooms
The Elementary program includes two classrooms: Lower Elementary serves children in kindergarten and first grade while Upper Elementary is for second, third and fourth grades. Three licensed teachers are assigned to each group. Students are taught using a combination of Montessori and other progressive, research-based methods which exceed state standards. Lessons are presented individually and in small groups. Positive social skills are supported and taught as students learn negotiation, problem-solving and cooperation.
Elementary Curriculum Areas
- Math: Montessori Math (Lower Elementary); Everyday Math from the University of Chicago Mathematics Project
- Language: Montessori Language (Lower Elementary); Novel Studies of well-known , age-appropriate literature; 6 + 1 Traits of Writing
- Sensorial: Visual, auditory and tactile perceptions (Lower Elementary)
- Practical Life: Organization, independence and self-esteem
- Spanish: Beginning conversational
- Science: Standards-based studies of Life, Physical, and Earth sciences, research and application
- Art: Techniques, appreciation, history
- Social Sciences: World History, American History, geography and world cultures
- Music: Reading music, vocal instruction, appreciation and history
The goal of the Elementary classrooms are individualized attention and support for students during this time when they have a tremendous interest in acquiring new knowledge, leading to a pattern of academic and personal success.
Hours:
8:15 am until 3:15 pm with early care available at 7:30 am and late care available until 5:30 pm.
The Elementary Program at Garden Montessori of Knoxville is accredited by both the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and licensed by the Tennessee Department of Education.