Schedule

The Daily Program

 

One adult greets each child and parent/caregiver at the door upon arrival.  Another staff member is present in the classroom to talk to and assist the children.  There is a daily log book where children are signed in and out, with space for notes (from parents to staff, or vice versa) beside the children’s names.  We encourage parents to communicate information regarding state of health, tiredness, emotional upsets and other important facts (e.g. if a child has not eaten breakfast prior to coming to school), and we will contact parents if we have any concerns.  An extended care option is available for registered students only.

 

Primary Program for 3 & 4-Year Olds

 

Time
Activity
9:00am – 10:15am self-directed activities
10:15am – 10:45am clean-up and grouptime activities (music, etc.)
10:45am – 11:15am supervised free play outside
11:15am – 11:30am indoors for stories, discussions, dismissal for a.m. children, lunch time prep for full day children
11:30am – 12:15pm lunch time
12:15pm – 1:10pm outside playtime
1:10pm – 2:45pm free time activities
2:45pm – 3:00pm circle/story time and dismissal

 

Program for School-Aged Children (5 Years Old Before December 31st)

 

Time
Activity
9:00am – 11:00am group lessons/independent work
11:00am – 11:30am clean-up and grouptime activities (music, etc.)
11:30am – 12:15pm lunchtime (supervised)
12:20pm – 1:00pm supervised free play outside
1:00pm – 2:45pm self-directed and teacher activities
2:45pm – 3:00pm dismissal

 

Extended Care Option for Island Montessori Students Only

 

Time
Activity
7:30am – 9:00am quiet free choice activities, transition to classroom
3:00pm -5:30pm transition to extended care; games puzzles and outside play; group snack
Island Montessori gratefully acknowledges the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia.