Fountainhead Montessori - Before & After Care

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Childcare is available to children who are enrolled in any of our classes. The children are welcomed into the childcare environment before (7 a.m.–9 a.m.) or after (12 p.m.–6 or 6:30 p.m., depending on location) their classes. The Montessori childcare environment provides a friendly place for children who need a longer day at school.

The areas of the childcare classroom are arranged to give the child choices of activities throughout their stay. As in our other programs, there is a head childcare teacher. The art, dramatic play, constructive/manipulative, snack, and reading areas are designed to draw the children’s attention and provide a creative outlet for them. In addition to the options on the shelves, the children are invited to circle time, where special projects, presentations, songs, stories, movement activities, and expressive language opportunities are engaged in daily.

Special projects might include art, cooking, movement, music, and science. The children also enjoy the large outside playground. The Montessori principles are followed in the childcare environment, providing continuity with the classroom experience. The children in this environment have an opportunity to work/play with their friends in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere.

A Typical Childcare Schedule

While daily routines can vary depending on the campus, weather, time of year, and special events, a typical day follows the schedule listed below. For more information, please contact our administrative office or talk to your child's head childcare teacher.

7:00–8:15 a.m.	Early morning welcoming, all activities open, eat breakfast
8:15–8:30 a.m.	Morning circle
8:30–9:00 a.m.	Playground activities
9:00–12 noon	Class time
12 noon–12:30 p.m	Lunch
12:30–3:00 p.m.	Nap time OR 12:30-1:30 p.m. Playground activites for non-nappers
1:30–3:00 p.m.	Group presentation and/or individual work time/snack
3:00–3:30 p.m.	Group presentation, including special project/featured activity
3:30–4:00 p.m.	Free choice/work time/individual snack
4:00–5:00 p.m.	Playground activities
5:00–6:00/6:30 p.m.	Circle time/quiet time inside

Before and After Care Program Goals

Communication Development

Supporting your child's verbal, non-verbal, and listening skills for connecting with family, friends, and beyond.

Reinforcement of vocabulary through repetition with new words for new activities
Sharing and answering questions during circle time
Learning and repeating songs, poems, and games
Conversing with friends and teachers while engaged in activities and projects

Growing Brain Power

Providing an enriched environment and the personal relationships to make the most of your child's amazing brainpower.

Becoming aware of causes and consequences with activities and friends
Visual problem solving with complex puzzles
Using building toys for 3-D construction
Decision-making skills through practical life, art, and dramatic play activities

Building Relationships

Helping your child develop trust, self-confidence, and problem solving skills for positive relationships with friends, parents, and teachers.

Strengthening relationships with teachers and friends individually and at group circle time
Developing positive problem-solving skills through teacher modeling
Fostering empathy by working with younger and older children
Learning to wait by taking turns with activities

Helping Healthy Bodies Flourish

Nurturing your child's physical well-being through active play and body awareness.

Outdoor free play to develop large muscles
Construction materials, puzzles, art, and practical life to develop fine motor skills
Healthy snacks to help children make good nutrition choices
Regular hand washing, nose blowing, and good toileting practices help to keep children healthy

Creativity and Individual Expression

Promoting an atmosphere that inspires your child's unique character through art, movement, music, and dramatic play.

Special themed art projects as well as free choice exploration
Lots of singing and dancing during circle
Housekeeping and dress-up areas for dramatic play
Puppets, dolls, and animals for personal expression

At Fountainhead Montessori, we have high expectations of our staff. Ninety percent of our caring and excellent head teachers have over 10 years of Montessori classroom experience. They are loving, creative, respectful, supportive educators who know the potential and needs of the age groups they work with.

Before & After Care