Schedule

Your schedule may include any consecutive combination of the following 5 periods. Typical schedules and period descriptions are listed below:

Timeline of daily schedule

Morning or Afternoon Program - The session begins with line time where children and teachers discuss current events, review the calendar, present new material, sing songs. Following line time is a two hour work period where children are given one on one lessons, participate in small group lessons, practice "works" independently, or work with their peers (more on works). Another line time wraps the session up. Each session has a 20 minute outdoor play period.

All Day program – Students in the all day program come for the morning, afternoon, and lunch sessions. A thirty minute rest period is included in the lunch session for all day children.

Kindergarten (8:30 – 4:00, 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. As the oldest students in the class, kindergarteners practice leadership and refine their knowledge while they teach fellow students and help with classroom activities. This full day program includes special projects, field trips, and workbooks just for the kindergarten students.

Lunch Session- Lunch time is an extension of the classroom. During this time, children practice their independence while they unpack their lunch, feed themselves, and clean up after themselves all while socializing with friends. Students who attend both morning and afternoon sessions will rest for 30 minutes after lunch. AM or PM only students have the option of attending lunch if space permits. The Lunch session has limited availability and priority is given to students in the All Day program.

AM Care - Children needing care before 8:30 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. Breakfast is a an opportunity for children to practice independence; each child may choose from food items that children can prepare and serve themselves.

PM Care - Children needing care after 4:00 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.

Consecutive Days

Schedule options consist of 3, 4, or 5 consecutive days of the week. A schedule of consecutive days allows students to relax in their routine and focus on learning and growing. This schedule also gives teachers the ability to plan special events when all children will be present.

Semester Schedule

Blue Mountain Montessori is open during the standard school year (Late August – Late May) and closed for the summer (Late May – 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.

More Information

We would love the opportunity to help you determine if Blue Mountain Montessori's program is a fit for you and your child. Please contact us to speak with someone in person.