Orange Crescent School
Preschool
“The essential thing is to arouse such an interest that it engages the child’s whole personality.” ~ Maria Montessori
Age Requirement — 3 years to 5 years (Must be potty-trained. No PullUps)
Dr. Maria Montessori described the classroom as a “graceful living space”—a thoughtfully prepared environment designed to offer children beauty, order, and a sense of reality. The Montessori teaching materials, including cubes, spheres, cylinders, bells, cards and counters, golden beads, prisms, sandpaper letters, movable alphabets, and puzzle maps, are thoroughly crafted to engage all the senses. These distinctive materials help children grasp abstract concepts through hands-on, concrete experiences, allowing the hands and mind to work in harmony by doing rather than simply observing.
Children are free to move around the classroom, choosing activities that capture their interest, which encourages independence and a love for learning. Our specially trained teachers guide each child individually through the curriculum, ensuring that their progress is carefully observed and supported daily. We believe in the importance of parental involvement, and therefore, parent-teacher conferences and progress reports are scheduled twice a year to keep parents informed about their child’s development.
Our curriculum covers a broad range of areas, including practical life activities, sensorial materials, cultural studies, language development, communication skills, and mathematics, providing a well-rounded foundation for your child’s growth and learning.
“The essential thing is to arouse such an interest that it engages the child’s whole personality.” ~ Maria Montessori