Sample Schedule

8:30 am Arrival

8:45 am Morning circle 

9:00 am Outdoor adventures 

10:00 am Return to the indoor space

11:00 am Outdoor adventure

12:00 pm Return to the indoor space

12:30 pm Closing circle

Arrival

Class begins outside in the nature play space. The adult dropping off the child will make sure the child has used the restroom and put away their backpack or other belongings. The adult then takes their child to the outdoor play area (dressed for the weather) to join the educators. 

Outdoor Adventures

Children play in the outdoor play area. Play-space activities include climbing, water play, sand play, snow play, fort building, digging, gardening, and dramatic play. The class might also take walking field trips to nearby parks and rugged, natural areas for exploration and observation

Morning Circle 

Children take part in conversation, greet one another, and learn about the day’s topic. We will sing some songs, and tell or read stories.

Indoor Montessori Time

Children have time to choose an activity among the different interest areas of the indoor or outdoor spaces. This allows children time to develop and grow in developmental areas through focus and gained competency with an activity. Children may choose activities that include but are not limited to: blocks, art, dramatic play, instruments, discovery, and all Montessori Materials.

Small Group

Adult-directed activities occur in small groups and individualized lessons and allow educators to focus on a particular skill set. These activities allow children to ask more questions and allow the educators to evaluate each child’s needs and progress. This is an opportunity for more concentrated learning.

Closing Circle

We may gather on the sun porch to say goodbye before families pick up the children. Or it could be outside, where we assemble under the maple tree, sing a song, say goodbye and await families to pick up and sign out the child.