In Montessori education, the Primary stage refers to children aged 3 to 6 years old and is often called "Casa dei Bambini" (Children’s House). This is a crucial period where children develop foundational skills in academics, practical life, and social-emotional growth through a self-directed and hands-on learning approach.
The classroom is designed to encourage independence, exploration, and Classrooms are designed to promote independence, order, and creativity, with child-sized furniture and carefully arranged learning materials.
Children aged 2.5 to 6 years learn together, allowing younger children to learn from older peers while older ones develop leadership skills.
Children choose activities based on their interests, fostering intrinsic motivation and a love for learning.
Activities such as pouring, buttoning, sweeping, and food preparation enhance fine motor skills, concentration, and independence.
Montessori materials help children refine their senses and develop problem-solving abilities through hands-on learning.
Phonics-based reading, writing, and storytelling activities encourage strong literacy skills.
Hands-on materials, such as number rods and golden beads, help children understand numerical concepts, counting, and early arithmetic.
Lessons introduce children to geography, biology, botany, zoology, and the arts, fostering curiosity about the world.
Grace and courtesy lessons help children develop empathy, respect, and conflict resolution skills.
The Primary Montessori experience sets the stage for future learning by nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally.
