Our elementary program consists of Lower Elementary (grades 1-3) and Upper Elementary (grades 4-6). These 3-year programs focus on fostering independence, self confidence, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. We believe in painting the bigger picture and providing our students with the tools to explore those big ideas on a deeper level. We provide your children with the opportunity to take ownership of their learning by offering a variety of materials and lessons which relate directly to real-life experiences and practical application of these skills. Their love of learning grows as they explore many complex concepts and their interest and curiosities are nurtured.

Hours:

Full-Day | 8:30am - 3:00pm

Before/Aftercare offered to all MNP Students.

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Elementary: List

ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM

Lower Elementary: Grades 1, 2, and 3

Upper Elementary: Grades 4, 5, and 6

Honing the developmental stage

Honing each child's developmental stage is an essential part of our curriculum. Children learn to collaborate with one another through many group projects. Working together and cooperating help to build a strong sense of community and belonging, not only within the school but within our world. These connections combined with the skills acquired promote a sense of pride, accomplishment, and responsibility.

To ensure a well-rounded education, our curriculum puts great emphasis on nature, the outdoors, the sciences, and arts. We operate an outdoor classroom as weather permits, allowing for the study of composting, mushrooms, life cycles, yoga, and gardening, to name a few. With our Guides' stewardship, each child is enabled to pursue their full potential.

CURRICULAR AREAS

The Montessori Elementary curriculum contains the following areas of learning:

Practical Life

Within the Elementary program, the Practical Life curriculum expands from the foundation laid in Early Childhood. At this level, Practical Life shifts from a focus on self care and fine motor skills to skills that help students connect with their interests in the outside world, organize their time, and take part in their community.

While self care and appropriate social interactions continue to be supported, lessons that teach responsibility are the focus. Use of tools such as work plans to support organization and time management skills, are incorporated into the daily routine.

Teachers and students often work together to remind one another about assignments, projects, and ideas. Using these physical notes, children make independent work choices, prioritize activities, and meet deadlines.

Language

Reading and writing are integral to all subjects in the Montessori Elementary program as children express their interests and satisfy their curiosity. Students master conventions with thorough studies of grammar, spelling, and mechanics. They produce final copies with careful penmanship and keyboarding. They read, analyze, think critically, and compare and contrast literature to support personal opinions and perspectives. Using these reading and writing skills, students present ideas through formal and informal presentations.

Cultural Studies

Cultural studies are interdisciplinary and integrate zoology, botany, geography, geology, physical and life sciences, and anthropology. Through these lessons, children explore the interconnectedness of all living things. Additionally, in depth studies of history, physical and political world geography, civics, economics, peace and justice, the arts, world language, and physical education are introduced.

Science & Social Studies

Interdisciplinary and integrated studies of geology, geography, physical and life sciences, anthropology, and history are built around “Great Lessons,” a series of dramatic stories that explore the origins of the universe, our planet, and the continuous development of human advancement. The laws of physics and chemistry reveal the interdependency of all living things. Beginning with a study of civilization, students explore the contributions of history and what it means to be a responsible citizen and to seek ways to make the world a better, more peaceful place.

Programs: Programs

EXAMPLE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM SCHEDULE

8:30-9:00 am

Drop off/arrival; journal writing

9:00-9:15

Plan day/work plans

9:15-12:00

Students following work plans. Quiet individual/small group work/lessons in Math, Language, Reading, Science, Cultural, Practical Life, Art, and Music. Children are welcome to have a snack at any point during this 3 hour work cycle. During nice weather, outdoor classroom is utilized during this time as well (nature walks, exploring, physical education).

12:00-12:30

Lunch

12:30-1:00

Outdoor recess

1:00-1:30

Meditation/Silent reading

1:30-2:30

Afternoon workcycle to include finishing any morning work that needs completing, some whole group lessons and community meetings

2:30-2:45

Afternoon jobs and packing up for the day

2:45-2:55

Read aloud

2:55-3:00

Dismissal

3:05-5:00

After Care

*Specials (group lessons in art, music, science, yoga, Peace Education, cultural studies, etc.) can occur during morning circle or morning/afternoon work cycles depending on the day.

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