Program

Our Environment

CLASSROOM
The Blue Mountain Montessori building was designed with our biggest hopes and desires for our students. Built from the ground up for preschool aged children, the environment allows students to safely manipulate their surroundings with little help from adults.

PLAYGROUND
The playground is 3 times the size of the classroom, giving children the ability to interact with a variety of spaces and materials. Elements include a tricycle loop, 900 sq/ft. sandbox, climbing boulder, play structure, large grassy area, and a large patio area. The patio is connected to the classroom, providing an extension to the classroom when weather permits.

PINT-SIZED SURROUNDINGS
In addition to smaller chairs, and tables, the restrooms have been designed with kids in mind, allowing them to learn independently and confidently.

Our Values

These values have been refined to reflect our core beliefs around a child’s early childhood development. In addition to Embracing, Empowering, and Educating children, we use these principles with parents and families as well. We use these values within our staff to provide a positive and rewarding team experience.

EMBRACE
When your child feels safe and loved, he or she can take the risks necessary to learn. Whether it’s a funny nickname or knowing their favorite dinosaur, the Blue Mountain Montessori teachers take pride in the personal relationship they build with each student.

EMPOWER
In addition to the life-long skills your child will develop at Blue Mountain Montessori, your son or daughter will develop their desire to learn as well. By forming a teacher-student team, children feel ownership over their learning and growth. Trusting a child’s natural desire to learn is critical to making learning both fulfilling and fun.

EDUCATE
Enticing your student with just the right material at just the right time ensures they are always challenged and interested. Blue Mountain Montessori teachers are constantly adjusting the material, the classroom, and their approach to maximize your child’s success.

“Of the 4 different preschools my kids’ attended over the years, Blue Mountain is miles above the rest in every way. All of the teachers at Blue Mountain are excellent and have Montessori training. The quality of the curriculum and variety of work is remarkable. And above all, my child was nurtured on appropriate social behavior and to think independently.”

—SHANNON COLTON

Schedule

Schedule

Schedule

ALL DAY PROGRAM
Blue Mountain Montessori is a full-day-only program. We serve children from 8:30 – 3:30 with the option to add AM or PM care. Schedule options include either a 4 or 5 consecutive days/week schedule. Our days are fluid and flexible. Because we are with the children all day we truly have the ability to follow their lead; some days we have longer play times outside, and sometimes we have longer work periods if they are in the flow.

We start our days outside as often as we can, getting in some gross motor movement before heading inside for our morning work time. We have 2 work periods each day that range from 1.5-2 hrs each – allowing independent exploration of materials, small group lessons, and one on one lessons. After our morning work period, we enjoy lunch with the children, and then all the children rest. The cycle starts all over again in the afternoon once rest time is over with long outside time and another work period.

KINDERGARTEN (8:30 – 3:30, MON – FRI)
The third and final year in a student’s life at Blue Mountain Montessori will solidify your student’s skills in preparation for first grade. Kindergarten is open to former Blue Mountain Montessori preschool students only. Our program is aligned with The Common Core Standards to ensure a smooth transition to first grade. As the oldest students in the class, kindergarteners have the opportunity to practice leadership skills and refine their knowledge while they teach younger fellow peers and help with classroom activities. This full-day program also includes special projects, science experiments, and field trips just for kindergarten students.

AM CARE
Children needing care before 8:15 AM can take advantage of AM Care. During this time children are invited to have breakfast, participate in free play, or help the teachers set the classroom up for the day.

PM CARE
Children needing care after 3:30 PM may stay as late as 5:00 PM. Children will participate in creative play outside (weather permitting) or inside. Toys used only for AM or PM care are made available at this time.

SEMESTER SCHEDULE
Blue Mountain Montessori is open during the standard school year (Late August through Late May) and closed for the summer (Late May through Late Aug). Closing in the summer is our commitment to providing the highest quality learning environment for your son or daughter. It is critical for teachers and students to have this time to recharge so they are refreshed and ready to teach and learn when school begins.