Lower Elementary

Building Community

The Lower Elementary program is for 6 to 9 year olds. Children spend all three years in the same classroom, deepening associations with one another and strengthening relationships with instructors. Elementary-aged children continue to learn through the use of concrete materials, moving slowly toward increasingly abstract thinking. The lessons and materials are multi-sensory, dramatic and evocative, setting alight the imagination and curiosity of the students.

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Lower Elementary: A defining period for intellectual exploration

• Our “Lower El” program combines conventionally aged 1st-4th grades in multi-age classrooms, with with 4th grade being added in the 2024 academic school year. This allows students to build social skills in a supportive, respectful environment and to stretch themselves academically—to their full potential.

• Hands-on math, science and language arts are the cornerstones of our comprehensive Montessori-based Lower El curriculum.

• Our academic curriculum also aligns with Florida state standards and frameworks—and goes above and beyond. We use Renaissance Star testing to ensure our students are on track.

• Italian language and integrated cultural studies, including history and geography, promote global awareness and 21st century skills.

• Physical education and art fortify our curriculum with specialized instructors.