Primary

Nurturing Independence and Curiosity

 

In our primary program, children aged 3 through 6 experience a nurturing environment designed for their optimal development. Here, the focus is on the child fostering independence and self-discovery through hands-on learning with Montessori materials. The classroom operates on a multi-age, three-year cycle, allowing children to grow within a supportive community where older students mentor younger ones, promoting mutual learning and a sense of belonging. Each day, children enjoy extended periods of uninterrupted work time, encouraging deep engagement and concentration as they pursue self-chosen activities to completion.

 

Our curriculum encompasses essential areas of development:

• Practical Life: Activities that cultivate care for self and the environment, enhance motor skills, and instill a sense of order and responsibility.

• Sensorial: Exercises that refine sensory perception, observation, and descriptive language skills, supporting the child's exploration and understanding of their surroundings.

• Language: Rich language activities that nurture both receptive and expressive skills, laying the foundation for literacy through phonemic awareness and vocabulary development.

• Mathematics: Concrete materials introduce numerical concepts and operations, preparing children for future mathematical learning.

• Cultural: An integrated exploration of history, geography, science, art, music, and foreign language, fostering a well-rounded understanding of the world.

• In addition to these core components, our curriculum includes Spanish and gardening, enhancing the learning experience and fostering a love for diverse activities.

 

At MSF, we believe the most important function of the Primary program is to provide children with a solid foundation on which to build all future educational endeavors. For Montessori, this foundation includes:

• a positive attitude towards school

• a sense of order

• abiding curiosity

• self-initiative and persistence

• the ability to concentrate

• self-discipline

• a sense of responsibility

 

At Montessori School of Franklin, we believe in providing a holistic foundation that not only equips children with academic skills but also instills a lifelong love of learning, curiosity, self-discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility. Each classroom is carefully structured to meet the developmental needs of every child, creating a calm, purposeful space where growth and discovery flourish.​

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