The Primary Classrooms

Classrooms for children 3-6 years old.

​"Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn." — Benjamin Franklin

The Multi-Age Montessori Primary Classroom

Montessori early childhood education offers many benefits that are globally recognized by educators, parents, and researchers.

Promotes independence:

Montessori environments are designed to allow children to make choices and engage in activities independently. This fosters self-confidence, self-motivation, and a sense of accomplishment as children learn to take responsibility for their own learning and care.

Develops self-discipline and concentration:

The freedom within limits approach in Montessori classrooms encourages children to work on tasks for extended periods without interruption. This promotes deep concentration, attention to detail, and the ability to focus on tasks independently, which are valuable skills throughout life.

Supports holistic development:

Montessori education emphasizes the development of the whole child—intellectual, social, emotional, and physical. Activities are designed to promote cognitive development, language skills, fine and gross motor skills, social skills, and emotional intelligence.

Individualized learning:

The Montessori approach recognizes that each child learns at their own pace and has unique interests and strengths. Materials and activities are selected based on individual readiness, allowing children to progress through the curriculum at their own speed and depth.

Encourages creativity and critical thinking:

Montessori materials are designed to be manipulative and open-ended, encouraging exploration, experimentation, and problem-solving. This helps children develop creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking skills as they discover concepts through hands-on activities.

Cultivates a love for learning:

By allowing children to follow their interests and engage in activities that resonate with them, Montessori education nurtures a natural love for learning. Children often develop a positive attitude towards education and are motivated to explore and discover new things independently.

Promotes social and emotional development:

Mixed-age classrooms encourage cooperation, collaboration, and empathy among children. Older children serve as role models and mentors for younger peers, fostering a sense of community and mutual respect. Teachers also provide guidance in conflict resolution and emotional regulation.

Prepares for lifelong learning:

The skills and attitudes developed in a Montessori environment—such as independence, self-discipline, critical thinking, and a love for learning—lay a strong foundation for future academic success and lifelong learning.

Overall, Montessori early childhood education is valued for its child-centered approach, focus on individualized learning, and emphasis on nurturing the whole child's development in a supportive and respectful environment.

The Focus of the Primary Classrooms

The children in the Primary Classrooms work in a unique classroom environment specifically built for their learning needs.  The materials in our classrooms support individualized learning in the following subject areas:

• Math
  
• Language
• Science
  
• Geography
  
• Sensorial
  
• Practical Life

Each subject area provides students with multi-level materials and lessons to guide their development and meet each child at their individual skill level.  By allowing children to follow their interests and engage in activities that resonate with them, Montessori education nurtures a natural love for learning. Children often develop a positive attitude towards education and are motivated to explore and discover new things independently.

To learn more about what happens in our Primary Classrooms you can reference these documents:

• Primary Classrooms Curriculum
• Primary Classrooms Activity Schedule
• Primary Classrooms Daily Schedule

The Primary Classrooms are a three-year classroom - children are expected to stay for their kindergarten year. Read more about the Kindergarten year here.