Our school welcomes children ranging from 2 to 6 years old, creating a dynamic environment that supports early childhood education in Redwood Shores and fosters each child’s growth and development.
Younger children naturally look up to their older peers and learn valuable language and social skills through observation and interaction. They are inspired by what the older children accomplish in the classroom and eagerly strive to emulate their achievements. Meanwhile, the older children build healthy self-esteem by serving as positive role models and assisting their younger classmates.
A key component of our early childhood education program is the practical life area, designed to develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and independence. Children engage in activities such as spooning, pouring, and scooping, which enhance their dexterity and confidence.
Our sensorial activities further support the child’s growth and development by encouraging exploration through all five senses.
We offer a variety of language activities to build vocabulary skills, which are crucial to a child’s growth and development. Writing skills are also nurtured through a broad range of engaging exercises.
Our extensive math materials support counting skills and gradually introduce addition and subtraction through hands-on learning.
To enrich cultural awareness and global understanding, we offer Spanish and Mandarin programs during circle time, along with dedicated cultural areas that promote environmental consciousness.
Children enjoy science, art, music, and story time, all of which contribute to their holistic development.
We offer a soccer program for children ages 3 to 6, held once a week during the Fall and Spring seasons. This comprehensive approach to early childhood education allows children to become well-rounded.
Our transitional kindergarten and kindergarten programs build on the preschool curriculum to support each child’s growth and development. California defines transitional kindergarten as “the first year of a two-year kindergarten that uses a modified kindergarten curriculum that is age and developmentally appropriate.”
Edison Montessori School follows the California Common Core Content Standards for English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies/History, Physical Education, and Health and Safety. To meet these standards, we incorporate a diverse range of Montessori materials and adhere to Montessori principles and philosophy.