Montessori Skills Programme

Montessori Prepared Environment

This Montessori-based playgroup class is designed to support young children's natural development in a prepared environment that fosters independence, exploration, and sensory learning. The class typically focuses on hands-on, child-led activities, allowing children to engage with carefully selected materials that encourage fine motor skills, language development, and problem-solving. In this playgroup, children are guided by a facilitator who observes their interests and gently introduces new concepts, fostering curiosity and concentration. The class emphasizes self-directed learning, respect for others, and the development of practical life skills in a calm and nurturing atmosphere.

Montessori Bambino (3-4yo)

Montessori Bambino, a foundational class designed for children aged 3 to 4 years. In this playful environment, children will explore the world of sounds through engaging activities and games that develop phonemic awareness. Through the use of interactive tools and sensory experiences, young learners will begin their journey into pre-reading skills, building a strong foundation for future literacy.

Montessori Piccolo (4-5yo)

Montessori Piccolo is designed for children aged 4 to 5 who are ready to deepen their engagement across the Montessori curriculum. In Practical Life, children will enhance their coordination and personal responsibility through tasks like food preparation and plant care. Sensorial activities will help refine their senses, with advanced materials like the Pink Tower and broad stairs. Language development focuses on phonetic reading and writing using the Pink Series, while early math concepts are explored with number rods and sandpaper numerals. Cultural Subjects introduce children to basic geography, biology, and art, sparking curiosity about the world around them.

Montessori Giovane (5-6yo)

Montessori Giovane caters to children aged 5 to 6 as they build upon their foundational skills across all Montessori areas. Practical Life exercises such as cleaning, sewing, and table setting foster independence and concentration. Sensorial materials challenge children with the exploration of more complex patterns, shapes, and dimensions. Language skills advance with the Blue Series, where children work on blends and digraphs, while mathematical concepts such as addition and subtraction are introduced with the golden beads. In Cultural Subjects, students delve deeper into geography and begin to explore concepts like the solar system and basic zoology.

Montessori Infante (6-7yo)

Montessori Infante supports children aged 6 to 7 as they transition into more advanced studies. Practical Life lessons will include more complex tasks like cooking and managing group responsibilities, while Sensorial work deepens with exploration of geometric solids and constructive triangles. Language activities involve mastering sight words and comprehension, using the Green Series for reading fluency. Mathematics expands to include multiplication and division using bead materials. In Cultural Subjects, students explore topics such as continents, habitats, and the history of life, fostering an understanding of the interconnectedness of the world.

Montessori Ragazzo (7-8yo)

Montessori Ragazzo is the culmination of the Montessori experience, preparing children aged 7 to 8 for higher learning through integrated and advanced activities across all subject areas. Practical Life activities emphasize real-world problem-solving and leadership skills, while Sensorial work focuses on advanced geometry and design. Language studies encourage fluent reading and creative writing projects, while Mathematics challenges students with advanced operations, including fractions and decimals. In Cultural Subjects, students explore world history, ecology, and the principles of physical science, culminating in a project-based approach that encourages curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.

Montessori Lettura (3-8yo)

Montessori Lettura is a progressive reading program designed for children aged 3 to 8 years, following the Montessori Reading Scheme. The program begins with phonemic awareness for young learners, moving through phonetic sounds, blends, digraphs, and sight words. As children grow, they engage in reading comprehension, fluency exercises, and creative writing. Each level focuses on building independent literacy through interactive tools, sensory activities, and project-based learning, ensuring a comprehensive foundation in reading that grows with each child’s development.