Curriculum:

Our curriculum integrates a Montessori philosophy and practice with an Emergent approach to learning, while drawing on research that shows that play is the best facilitator of children’s development.

“Play is the work of the child”
-Dr. Maria Montessori

The Montessori approach considers children to be active, not passive, learners and understands that children learn best when they are the protagonists of their own play and education. Alongside our Montessori teachings, we follow the child’s lead with intention and curiosity, and make activities around what emerges spontaneously in their play, conversations, and relationships over time. We believe that it is this balance between spontaneity and planning that makes learning alive, applicable, and engaging. 

 All areas of early childhood development - cognitive, language, social, emotional, sensory, and physical - have an important place in the planning and implementation of our program, and are targeted through our prepared classroom and thoughtful curriculum.

Our program brings together children from different ages to help them naturally develop leadership skills, empathy, and an appreciation for their role in a community. This setting encourages older children to take on leadership roles and become mentors to younger students, promoting meaningful social and emotional growth. The diverse interactions in mixed-aged classrooms reflect real-world social dynamics, preparing children for varied social experiences beyond the school environment.