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The 3-Year Cycle

The 3-Year Cycle

January 14th, 2025
The three-year cycle in Montessori education is a foundational aspect of the method, promoting holistic development in children. Here’s a breakdown of how it achieves this: Building Community By remaining with the same teachers and classmates for three years, children develop strong relationships, fostering a sense of belonging and security. This stable environment helps them feel valued and supported, which is essential for their emotional growth. Encouraging Collaboration In a mixed-age classroom, children... READ MORE

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We offer a continuous program from 16 months through 6th grade — inculding an all year program option for Pre-K/K and elementary school. LEARN MORE

TODDLER — Ages 16 mos.-3yrs

PRE-K/K — Ages 3-6

LOWER ELEMENTARY — Ages 6-9, Grades 1-3

UPPER ELEMENTARY — Ages 9-12, Grades 4-6

SUMMER PROGRAMS — Ages 16 mos.-12 yrs., Toddler-Grade 6

ALL YEAR FULL DAY — Ages 3-12, Grades Pre-K/K-Grade 6