Montessori information for the 24-25 school year

Eaton Rapids Public Montessori embraces the philosophy and methods that Italian educator Maria Montessori developed in 1887. Through her studies, she discovered that many children learn better working at their own pace within a nurturing, stimulating environment.

 

At Eaton Rapids Public Schools, our multi-grade classrooms encourage kids to share, explore, socialize and learn according to their own developmental needs.  We engage with children at every step of the way and provide them with the guidance and attention they need to meet their grade-appropriate expectations.

 

We currently offer Montessori programs from kindergarten to fifth-grade where our certified Montessori teachers will offer your child a well-rounded education that puts students on the path of academic and personal success.

 

Kindergarten through Third grade

Our Kindergarten through third grade classrooms are located at Lockwood elementary.  

 

Philosophy: We are dedicated to the goal of providing a safe, secure, and stimulating environment for our children.  

Mission: Our mission is to expand and enhance the concepts children know by guiding and facilitating their exploration and learning.

Curriculum:  Our curriculum is based on the work of Maria Montessori. 
Students also benefit from the district wide literacy curriculum. 

Activities:  Activities in the Montessori Program are designed to be flexible enough to meet each child’s individual developmental needs. The environment is child-centered with individual, small and whole group activities. Activities will be selected based on interest and needs of the children, focusing on learning, fun, safety and the importance of peer interaction. Daily opportunities will include, but are not limited to, the arts, culture, geography, science, math, language arts, sensory, and practical life.

Goals: Our program strives to meet the following goals:

• To provide parents/guardians with a quality comprehensive program.

• To assist children in reaching their full potential through activities that develop confidence, self-esteem, social skills and relationships, character, physical skills, and teamwork.

• To support the development of academic skills in a fun and enriching environment

 

 

Kindergarten - 1st Grade

We have two classrooms at Lockwood Elementary servicing these grades

 

2nd - 3rd Grade

We have two classrooms at Lockwood Elementary servicing these grades.

 

Fourth and Fifth-Grades

Our two fourth and fifth-grade classrooms are at Greyhound Intermediate School.