programs
A day at Silver Maple Montessori
(Toddler 18months–2.5years)
7:00 BEFORE SCHOOL PROGRAM
8:20 ARRIVAL & WORK PERIOD
Children are greeted at the car and accompanied by a teacher to the toddler room. Children remove footwear and coats and store them in cloakroom. Proceed to their cubbies and put on indoor shoes. Be encouraged to use the bathroom. (when toileting)
Children choose their own work with guidance if necessary. Teachers make individual or small group presentations and respond to children’s needs as they arise. Work Includes:
| Language Work | Movement | Practical Life | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storytelling, vocabulary building, rhythmic language, self-expression, books, interaction with teachers and with other children. | Gross and fine motor exploration and experience, refinement of hand movement, manipulation of environment. | Experiencing looking after one’s self and one’s environment, indoors and out, learning fundamental grace and courtesy. | |
| Art | Snack Time | Music | French |
| Scribbling, Stamping, painting, gluing, clay work | This is a community affair led by teachers, with preparation and cleanup worked into the activity. | Singing, rhythm work, listening, movement and playing simple instruments. | Learning simple French vocabulary and songs. |
10:15 – 11:15 OUTDOOR PLAYTIME
11:15 – 12:15 LUNCH
12:15 – 2:15 NAP TIME
2:15 – 2:30 SNACK
2:30 – 3:05 WORK PERIOD
3:05 PICKUP
3:05 – 6:00 AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Outdoor playtime, snack, free play, music and art.
Outdoor playtime, snack, free play, music and art.
