8h30–9h00 — Arrival
Staggered arrival and settling into the classroom at each child’s pace.
A Typical Day — Ages 3–6
The rhythm of the day respects the young child’s needs for concentration, movement, and rest.
9h00–11h30 — Montessori Work
Individual presentations and activities. Two children prepare bread each morning and small groups take part in physical activity.
11h30–12h00 — Gathering Time
Tidying up, stories or songs, handwashing, and setting the table.
12h00–14h00 — Lunch and Rest
Lunch, recess, gardening, and nap time for the youngest children.
14h00–16h00 — Montessori Activities
Activities in the classroom or courtyard. Children wake up from their nap at their own pace and rejoin the class. The vegetable garden allows them to explore permaculture and biodiversity.
16h00–18h00 — Wrap-Up, Dismissal, and After-School Care
Tidying up and daily review from 16h to 16h30, dismissal from 16h30 to 16h45, then evening after-school care until 18h.
Snack and Lunch
The morning snack generally consists of fresh and dried fruit brought in by the children on a rotating schedule. Lunch is delivered by a caterer; only children with an individualized care plan (PAI) may bring a lunchbox.