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Childen's House

Ages 3–6

A nurturing Montessori environment where curiosity, independence, and a love of learning begin.

At Montessori Schoolhouse, our Children's House program provides a carefully prepared environment designed to support the unique developmental needs of young children. Through hands-on learning, purposeful work, and meaningful exploration, children develop independence, concentration, confidence, and foundational academic skills while learning at their own pace.

Guided by Montessori principles, children are encouraged to explore, discover, create, and grow within a supportive community that respects each child's individual journey.

The Montessori Experience

During the early childhood years, children possess an extraordinary capacity for learning. Our Montessori environment is thoughtfully designed to nurture this natural curiosity while fostering independence, responsibility, and self-confidence.
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Children engage in meaningful work that supports their cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and academic development through hands-on experiences and self-directed exploration.

Areas of Learning

In the Montessori Children's House, learning is an active and joyful process. Children engage with carefully designed materials that encourage exploration, discovery, problem-solving, and independence. Through individualized lessons and uninterrupted work periods, students develop the academic, social, emotional, and practical skills that serve as the foundation for lifelong learning.

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Practical Life

Practical Life activities help children develop independence, coordination, concentration, and confidence through meaningful everyday tasks.

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Children may engage in:

  • Food preparation

  • Caring for plants

  • Grace and courtesy lessons

  • Fine motor developmen

  • Cleaning and classroom care

  • Responsibility and self-help skills

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Sensorial

Sensorial materials help children refine their senses while developing observation, concentration, classification, and critical thinking skills.

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Children explore:

  • Size and dimension

  • Color

  • Sound

  • Texture

  • Weight

  • Shape and form

  • Visual discrimination

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Language

Children build strong foundations for reading, writing, communication, and literacy through a sequential Montessori language curriculum.

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Areas of exploration include:

  • Phonemic awareness

  • Letter sounds

  • Vocabulary development

  • Reading readiness

  • Reading and comprehension

  • Creative expression

  • Handwriting and written language

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Cultural Studies

Children begin exploring the world around them through hands-on experiences that inspire wonder and curiosity.

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Areas of study include:

  • Geography

  • Science

  • Zoology

  • Botany

  • Nature studies

  • Cultural celebrations

  • Art and music

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Mathematics

Through concrete Montessori materials, children develop a deep understanding of mathematical concepts before moving toward abstraction.

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Areas of exploration include:

  • Number sense

  • Counting and quantity

  • Place value

  • Addition and subtraction

  • Skip counting

  • Geometry foundations

  • Problem solving

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Enrichment & Outdoor Learning

Learning extends beyond the classroom through experiences that encourage movement, creativity, exploration, and connection to nature.

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Children participate in:​

  • Gardening

  • Outdoor exploration

  • Art experiences

  • Music and movement

  • Seasonal swimming

  • Nature studies

  • Animal observations

  • Field experiences

"Help me do it myself." - Maria Montessori

These four words guide everything we do in Children's House. Through purposeful work, individualized learning, and meaningful experiences, children develop the confidence and independence to become capable lifelong learners.

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The Kindergarten Year

A Year of Leadership, Growth, and Readiness

The final year of the Children's House cycle is a special and important milestone in a child's Montessori journey. As the oldest students in the classroom, Kindergarten students serve as leaders, mentors, and role models within the learning community.
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During this year, students deepen their academic knowledge, strengthen independence, and develop the confidence necessary for a successful transition into Lower Elementary.

Academic Growth

Kindergarten students continue to build strong foundations in:

Language Arts

  • Reading fluency and comprehension

  • Writing and creative expression

  • Grammar foundations

  • Vocabulary development

  • Research and communication skills

Mathematics

  • Place value

  • Addition and subtraction

  • Introduction to multiplication concepts

  • Problem-solving

  • Geometry foundations

  • Mathematical reasoning

Cultural Studies

  • Geography

  • Science

  • Botany and zoology

  • History and timelines

  • Cultural awareness

Leadership & Responsibility

As classroom leaders, Kindergarten students are given opportunities to:

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  • Model classroom expectations

  • Assist younger students

  • Demonstrate grace and courtesy

  • Develop independence and responsibility

  • Build confidence through leadership experiences

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These experiences help children develop maturity, empathy, communication skills, and a strong sense of community.

What Children Gain

Through the Children's House experience, children develop:

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✓ Independence

✓ Concentration

✓ Confidence

✓ Respect for self and others

✓ Love of learning

✓ Academic readiness

✓ Social and emotional skills

✓ Responsibility and self-motivation

A Foundation for Life

Our Children's House program lays the foundation for future academic success while nurturing the whole child. We strive to create an environment where children feel safe, capable, valued, and inspired to explore the world around them.

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