Claire’s Montessori Elementary Program is an excellent choice for families who want a child-centered education that is focused on academic growth alongside imagination. The Elementary Program teachers provide instruction in a way that rewards a child’s natural inclinations. Through this Montessori approach, concepts are not only studied, but enjoyed; often leading to the development of more advanced skills at a quicker pace. 

With the Elementary Program curriculum, students study every academic subject found at a traditional elementary school, and at times, some found at the middle school level. These concepts are introduced in a concrete format with specifically designed Montessori materials. As with all of our school’s programs, students enjoy academic success while also learning important social and emotional skills.

The Elementary Program includes:

• Individualized Math lessons
• An introduction to higher level Geometry
• Comprehensive Grammar lessons
• Detailed work in all areas of essay and report writing
• Lower Elementary: A cultural curriculum that stems from the “Five Great Lessons”*
• Upper Elementary: A cultural curriculum that includes Geography, Science & History lessons through research and experiential learning 

Additionally, Practical Life areas include:

• Organizational skills
• Time Management skills
• Cooking
• Gardening
• Crafts

For more on the 5 Great Lessons, we invite you to click the link over to the Defining Montessori tab.