Montessori Preschools near Fort Wayne, IN
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Southwest Montessori Academy is a nationally accredited nonprofit Montessori school, currently serving children ages 3-6 (preschool through Kindergarten). We provide a personalized learning experience...
Montessori Primary (Ages 3-6)
Our mission is to nurture and inspire a love of learning as each child prepares for life. In multi-age classrooms, students learn at their own pace using hands-on materials. The Montessori approach builds independence, academic, and social-emotional skills for lifelong learning.
Montessori Kindergarten (Third Year)
The Kindergarten year completes the three-year learning cycle that ideally begins at age three. Students who finish the full cycle often demonstrate leadership, confidence, mastery of foundational academic concepts, and strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Also offers: Summer Camp (for enrolled students only)
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Little Praisers programming extends Praise Lutheran Church’s mission by integrating faith-based principles into daily learning, creating a connection between spiritual and academic growth for children...
Young Pre-Kindergarten
Our Young Pre-Kindergarten program builds upon the foundation beginning in our Toddler Program by diving deeper into fine motor activities that strengthen children’s dexterity, independence, and recognition abilities.
Pre-Kindergarten
Pre-Kindergarten integrates academic, religious, and social-emotional learning to prepare your child for Kindergarten and beyond. Between our curricula, social-emotional learning, and tactile experiences, children learn developmentally appropriate skills that set them up for success.
Also offers: Toddler Program
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Preschools near Fort Wayne, IN
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Childcare and early education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum is designed to provide a balance of group and individual activities that promote creativity and exploration. Meeting...
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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Childcare and early education for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Curriculum is designed to provide a balance of group and individual activities that promote creativity and exploration. Meeting...
Preschool Program
Hands-on preschool program with a strong focus on school readiness. Children are encouraged to think independently and express their individuality. Your child’s day is filled with creating, experimenting, and imaginary play. Curriculum includes: math, science, language, and spanish. Children begin to expand social skills and build friendships.
Discovery Preschool
Preschool program designed to create a strong academic and social foundation. Teachers introduce math, literacy, and science. Activities also include music, movement, art, pretend play, and group games. Children become an active part of their classroom community.
Also offers: Prekindergarten Program
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Center provides childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Program encourages social, physical, and personal development. Age-appropriate books, toys, and napping equipment provided....
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Preschool
For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Early Preschool
It’s never too early to start preparing your child to be ready for school, and that’s why our parents—and their children—love our Early Preschool classroom. As a stepping stone to Preschool, our Early Preschool program has a unique, indicator-based curriculum, Learn as We Grow™, designed to address the individual learning needs of 30- to 42-month-old children. We focus on understanding routines and developing independence. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Pre-K
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The Goddard School of Fort Wayne is a private preschool center with highly qualified teachers. Our center features a full-service kitchen with an on-site cook, dedicated art and dramatic arts studios,...
Bridge Classroom
Children in the Bridge classroom are strengthening their self-care skills, growing in their independence and enhancing the skills they need to be successful in a preschool classroom. The Bridge classroom is a purposeful year of preschool prep designed for children with birthdays later in the year or children who may need more time to strengthen self-care skills or social-emotional development. In this classroom, our Wonder of Learning™ education program supports children's independence as they continue to build skills necessary for handwriting and drawing with increased intentionality, learn foundational math concepts and build strong vocabularies.
Preschool Classroom
In our Preschool classroom, children start their journeys into a cooperative learning environment where they can discover interests and learn in a more structured setting. At The Goddard School®, we recognize that classrooms are made up of many unique children and teachers work to create engaging, innovative, play-based lessons with the interests and needs of every child in mind. Through the power of asking a question, your child will learn how to seek answers and advocate for themselves in the classroom. The Wonder of Learning™ curriculum takes your child's natural curiosity and encourages them to ask even more questions because asking questions fuels learning. When children want to know something, they learn faster and learning becomes an understanding that lasts a lifetime.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten
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Center offers childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Program utilizes the Life Essentials curriculum which encourages curiosity while exploring STEM-infused technology,...
Early Preschool - Exploring My World
The Exploring My World program nurtures your child's growing individuality through days filled with interactive learning and group activities. Kiddie Academy provides a safe, supportive environment for your 2-year-old to explore, experiment, imagine, and interact with their peers and educators.
Preschool - I Can Do It
Our I Can Do It program inspires your child to discover their own sense of creativity, independence, and critical thinking skills in an environment filled with opportunities to grow and explore. Children’s accomplishments drive them to develop a life-long love of learning that starts right here.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten - Ready, Set, Go
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Center offers childcare services to children from infancy to school-age. Program utilizes the Life Essentials curriculum which encourages curiosity while exploring STEM-infused technology,...
Early Preschool - Exploring My World
The Exploring My World program nurtures your child's growing individuality through days filled with interactive learning and group activities. Kiddie Academy provides a safe, supportive environment for your 2-year-old to explore, experiment, imagine, and interact with their peers and educators.
Preschool - I Can Do It
Our I Can Do It program inspires your child to discover their own sense of creativity, independence, and critical thinking skills in an environment filled with opportunities to grow and explore. Children’s accomplishments drive them to develop a life-long love of learning that starts right here.
Also offers: Pre-Kindergarten - Ready, Set, Go
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Family-focused, play based early childhood education center focusing on traditional values of family and faith. Modern technology-based assessment and planning tools help teachers structure lessons...
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FAQs About Fort Wayne Montessori Preschools
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How is Montessori different from daycare / preschool?
- In Montessori, children use unique tools to discover and learn as they wish, whereas in standard daycare or preschool, there's often a planned curriculum with teacher-led activities.
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What is Montessori education?
- Montessori education, inspired by Dr. Maria Montessori's observations of children, emphasizes nurturing a child's natural desire to learn. Through hands-on experiences and self-directed activities, children are encouraged to become active seekers of knowledge.
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What is the best age to start Montessori daycare/preschool?
- Montessori preschools typically begin accepting children around the age of 2.5 to 3 years, allowing them to benefit from the Montessori method during their formative years. A Montessori daycare may accept children as early as infancy.