Elementary

The elementary program builds seamlessly on the rich environment provided by the primary program for children aged 3-6. Each classroom is guided by an AMI-trained teacher who supervises all aspects of the learning environment and monitors the progress of every child individually. The teacher and children are aided by a classroom assistant who responds to specific needs of children and provides organization and care for the environment. Both adults foster each child’s personality and are skillful in supporting the development of a child’s full potential.

Mixed age grouping allows younger children to venture into more advanced topics, while older children can mentor the younger ones. All children are engaged in long work periods that allow them to master learning objectives at their own pace. Within this community of children, the Montessori teacher constantly weighs her hands-off approach against a need for intervention to help children make appropriate choices and become self-directed learners.



Under the guidance of the Montessori teacher, children self-manage their classroom community. They keep their environment clean and beautiful. They work collaboratively and learn to apply specific strategies to resolve conflicts, and they respect cultural differences and develop a sense of empathy for each other. Through the development of their interpersonal skills, students realize that they can be part of creating a peaceful world.