Description:
East Lake Montessori (ELM) is a non-profit, part-time preschool nestled in the heart of East Lake, Chattanooga.
East Lake Montessori strives to educate the children of Chattanooga to love learning, love work, and love one another. As we recognize the image of God in each child and adult, we strive to be a racially and economically diverse community fostering integrity, creativity, independence, and grace-filled interactions.
Feel free to contact us for more information or to schedule a tour! We look forward to hearing from you!
What is Montessori?
Montessori is a proven education method that seeks to engage the whole child, nurturing independence, and cultivating confidence with respect. Lessons are presented to the children in a carefully prepared environment that creates interest and fosters concentration. Children are guided through the curriculum as they master various skills and progress at their own pace.
Maria Montessori once said that children do not need to learn how to use their imaginations, but they do need to learn how to work, and how to care for their environment. The method is based on these principles and the manipulatives that she developed.
Toddler Classroom
The Toddler Classroom, for children ages 2-3, is a joyful space where teachers begin to introduce the Montessori concepts, but still prioritize gross motor play, fun, and curiosity. They follow their own schedule as needed. The day consists of a shorter lesson time of 1-1.5 hours with group time for songs and stories, crafts, socialization, and snacks. There is an extra outdoor activity in the morning, weather permitting. This classroom is currently operating on a waitlist.
Preschool Classroom
The Primary level, for children ages 3 – 6, encourages preschoolers to explore and discover, to collaborate with classmates, and become confident lifelong learners. The Montessori curriculum is designed to provide foundational building blocks for literacy, math, and science while fostering an environment of independence and creativity. Children must be 3 years old and fully potty trained prior to joining this class.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten completes the 3-year primary cycle in a Montessori classroom. They become the leaders of the classroom and serve as role models for younger students. They reinforce their knowledge by teaching concepts they have mastered to their peers. In their Kindergarten year, they express confidence, develop self-esteem and self-sufficiency, and show responsibility. They learn in a gentle environment shaped to their individual needs.
Extended Care
ELM offers Extended Care on full school days for ages 3-5 years old. Extended Care is based on availability and must be reserved in advance.
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Non-discriminatory statement: We believe that every child deserves a strong foundational education that ignites creativity and a lifelong love of learning. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, ability, or sex. We believe that God has created everyone in His unique image, and as such deserves compassion, dignity, and a sense of place and purpose. ELM is designed to communicate these things to every child that walks through our doors.
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