Your preschool-aged child is right on the precipice of their K-12 journey, which means they’re not only just beginning to learn, but they’re also learning how to learn. This means that they’ve yet to acquire some of the techniques necessary to help them take in, process, and perhaps most importantly, retain knowledge. 

At our authentic Montessori preschool, we employ several techniques to help your child retain what they’ve learned, some of which you can easily do at home. Supporting your child’s retention at home can be both easy and fun. Take a look at these simple tips for nurturing this crucial part of the learning process.

Preparing your Montessori kindergarten student for future success means helping them learn about the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — or STEM — from an early age. 

STEM is where many fruitful future careers lie, and it’s also an integral part of the modern world. To get your child interested in these disciplines, you’re going to want to introduce them in a fun and engaging way. To help you do that, here are four easy Montessori-inspired activities that highlight all of the great things about STEM.

Children grow so fast over the year-long transition from preschool to kindergarten. They are learning many new things, but starting kindergarten is a whole new ball game. How can you make sure that your child is ready for this milestone?

Before you answer that question, it’s important to remember that different schools and educational models will have different expectations for your child. For example, Montessori kindergarten programs focus on developing confidence and leadership alongside language and mathematics skills. Traditional programs tend to emphasize concrete academic concepts.

No matter which type of educational experience you choose, every child needs a few basic skills to have a successful kindergarten year. Here’s a four-point checklist of what your child should be able to do before they enter private kindergarten.

Making the most of your child’s daycare experience is about more than getting to the car rider line on time or ensuring they have fun with their Montessori daycare curriculum. It’s also about building relationships with teachers and administrators by checking in regularly and finding ways to support them. 

Though it can be challenging in today’s fast-paced world to find the time for this, remember that your involvement in your child’s daycare does not have to be extensive. If every parent contributes a little of their time, it can make a big difference. If you need ideas, here are five simple yet effective ways to show support for your children’s daycare.

As a parent, you’re probably familiar with the “summer slide,” where kids forget what they’ve learned during the previous school year. That might not seem like a big deal for kids in preschool or kindergarten, but good habits start early. If you can help your child start beating the summer slide now, it will serve them well later on.

Not sure how to boost your private kindergarten student’s retention this summer? Here are a few tips to help.

Summer is a time for fun, relaxation, and maybe spending some time at the pool. For growing preschool kids, healthy snacks are an important way to refuel after hours in the heat.

Making healthy snacks for your kids might sound like an involved process. But with these easy, kid-approved choices, keeping them healthy has never been easier. Check out some simple, nutritious snacks you can prepare today.

Preschool is a time for children to learn about the world through hands-on, memorable experiences. Most educational experts believe that hands-on learning is a critical part of early childhood education, and kids can benefit from these activities both in the classroom and at home.

Not sure what types of activities are best for helping preschool children learn about biology? Check out these four fun projects.

At Montessori kindergarten and other types of private kindergarten, learning happens in more places than in the classroom. When you combine learning with playing outside, kids will have fun while gaining a better understanding of the world. Check out these engaging outdoor educational activities.

Kindergarten is more than just an introduction to school. It’s also a place where children begin to develop the skills they need to become well-rounded, compassionate, and successful adults. 

At Montessori Children’s Center, we believe that teaching children to understand and appreciate diversity can lead us all to a more peaceful, harmonious world. Here are a few ways Montessori kindergarten can encourage your child to embrace diversity.

If you’re like most parents, there’s been a day when your child has come home from school or daycare with a cold. Kids are very skilled at spreading germs; once one child in a class has a cold, the whole group often seems to catch it.

Since the advent of COVID-19, many daycares have become more vigilant in monitoring children for symptoms of a cold. At Mission Valley Montessori, our daycare makes every effort to keep children safe and healthy. Here’s how we handle situations where a child has a cold.