The Montessori curriculum is an open-ended, individualized and integrated approach, carefully structured to demonstrate the connectedness among different subject areas. All students are offered lessons across the spectrum of the Montessori philosophy, including:

Practical Life – care for one’s self and one’s environment to aid independence and self-discipline

Grace, Courtesy & Community Service – includes peaceful conflict resolution, respecting, serving & caring for others, etiquette, values, ethics & spirituality

Spirituality – Understanding and appreciation of world religions; Silence and reflection; A reverence for nature; An appreciation of the connectedness of all things; Cultivation of peacefulness, compassion, generosity and love

Sensorial – exploring physical world using senses

Language – writing, reading, composition & literature

Mathematics – Unified Math, moving from concrete to abstract

History, Geography & International Culture – creating a global perspective of the human family, includes foreign languages

Science – a hands-on approach

The Arts – an integral component of daily curriculum

Health, Wellness & Physical Education

FACULTY & STAFF

Our classroom lead teachers hold either Association Montessori Internationale (AMI), American Montessori Society (AMS) or Montessori Educators International (MEI) certification and credentials.

EXTENDED CARE

The Montessori School of Louisville’s extended care program is based on the same principles found in the Montessori classroom. Children continue to learn and grow in a prepared environment that encourages reverence, respect, responsibility, and resourcefulness.

For young children enrollment in the extended care program is at the recommendation and discretion of the teachers and administration. As with classroom placements, extended care enrollment is determined by the child's readiness.

Children may participate in such activities as computers, organized games, arts & crafts, chess, yoga, music, dance, cooking, sewing as well as indoor and outdoor play. In addition, students may elect specific religious instruction depending on schedule and program availability.

Before-school care is available 7:30 am - 8:00 am, Monday-Friday. After-school care is available 2:45-6:00 pm, Monday-Friday. Extended care is not offered on the days when school is closed.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

CULTURAL LEARNING
Because of our unique location and proximity to many of Louisville’s historic landmarks, neighborhoods, arts facilities, and museums, our students have the opportunity to learn about and develop an appreciation for the diversity of Louisville’s intercultural landscape through field trips and walking tours.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND SERVICE LEARNING
In keeping with our mission, our students actively engage in public service, which provides them with a life-long habit of caring for communities, public service, social justice and peace. Through this volunteer spirit, our students are learning to shape the world they will inherit.

MARKETPLACE LEARNING
The possibilities are endless for tapping into learning opportunities outside the classroom.

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS INCLUDE:
Spanish, Science, Art, American Sign Language, Music, Drama, PE

EXTRA CURRICULUM PROGRAMS HAVE INCLUDED:
Total Golf Adventures
Art Club after School
Earth Scouts

CHESS
Students will be able to study with Chess Master Emir Sefo, a renowned chess coach for children, and compete in local leagues, as well as statewide and national tournaments. Many of our players have studied with Mr. Sefo for several years and have won many honors to date.

OTHER
Other opportunities include: programs at the nearby Louisville Zoo, job-site visits/explorations, technology skills and many more.

RELIGION

The Montessori School of Louisville offers an enriched academic program with spiritual depth. We recognize spirituality as a basic human need. We respect, embrace and celebrate all belief systems. Our program honors the fundamental purpose of Dr. Maria Montessori's method to "bring about a greater world by nurturing the spirit of the child."

Spirituality and all religions of the world will be incorporated into the daily classroom offerings during the work cycle. Various historical events, traditions, religious beliefs and customs will be presented and observed as appropriate for the season. For delving further into specific religious instruction, this may be offered in small groups during after-school care hours as an elective, based on demand.