Two communities, one prepared environment.
At Pristine, children move from the Wobbler and Toddler communities through Primary. It is a three year arc in which independence, language, and mathematical thinking deepen naturally through work with the materials.
Toddler and Wobbler
Our youngest community develops practical independence, early language, and a secure attachment to a consistent, calm guide.
Primary
The full three year Primary cycle offers uninterrupted exploration across Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural Studies.
A day at a glance
- 8:00 amArrival and morning work beginsChildren arrive, greet their guide, and choose their first work.
- 8:00 to 11:00Three hour uninterrupted work cycleThe heart of the Montessori morning. Children move freely and work at their own pace.
- 9:30Morning snack, self serveA light snack is available when a child is ready.
- 11:00Outdoor timeFresh air, big movement, and exploration outside.
- 11:30Lunch, packed by familiesChildren set their own place, eat together, and clean up.
- 11:45Half day pick up
- 12:00Rest and nap for toddlersCot time for younger children, quiet reading for older ones.
- 1:00Afternoon work cycleContinuation of morning materials or afternoon enrichment.
- 3:15School day pick up
- 3:15 to 5:00Extended careSupervised play and additional work time for full day children.
- 5:00Full day pick up
What's included
- Morning snack, prepared daily
- Afternoon snack for full day children
- All Montessori materials, no supply fees
- Outdoor time daily
- AMI certified lead guide instruction
- The same guides all year long
What to bring
- Lunch, please send a home packed lunch
- Diapers and wipes for Wobbler and Toddler children
1 adult to 4 children in Toddler and Wobbler. 1 adult to 10 children in Primary. Small by choice, so every child is known.
Two rooms, four familiar faces
Each community has a lead guide and an assistant guide, and they stay with it all year.
Toddler and Wobbler
Primary
The Pristine Montessori Journey
A child who begins with us as a Wobbler or Toddler can grow into our Primary community within the same nurturing Montessori environment, surrounded by familiar faces, meaningful relationships, and consistent rhythms until she is ready for first grade. Here's what that journey can look like.
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She Begins in the Toddler Community
At 18 months, she enters the Toddler prepared environment with Ms. Jasmine and Ms. Nicole. Through observation, movement, and hands-on work, she begins developing independence, coordination, concentration, and confidence.
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She Learns Through Observation
As part of a Montessori community, she has daily opportunities to observe older Primary children engaged in meaningful, purposeful work. She watches as older children choose materials, complete work cycles, care for the environment, practice Grace and Courtesy, and support one another, naturally inspiring her to explore what she, too, can do.
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She Grows into the Primary Community
Around age three, she transitions into the Primary environment with Ms. Marianne and Ms. Payal. Building on the independence, coordination, and concentration developed in Toddler, she begins the Primary Montessori curriculum with new materials, lessons, and a longer work cycle. Familiar Montessori principles and rhythms provide continuity as she moves into a new stage of development.
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She Becomes a Role Model
As an older Primary child, she moves from observing others to becoming a model for younger children. She practices grace and courtesy, cares for the community, and experiences the joy of helping others. When she is ready for her next step, she leaves with a strong academic foundation and the social-emotional skills and confidence to grow, learn, and thrive.
From observer to participant, from learner to leader, the Montessori progression unfolds naturally within the mixed-age community.
Zero teacher turnover since we opened in April 2024. Through the challenging seasons and the busy ones, every guide who joined us at the beginning is still here. As we grow, we add to our team. We don't replace it.
That consistency makes the full Montessori journey possible. A child who begins in our Toddler community can spend three, four, or even five years growing alongside familiar guides who know them well, continually deepen their Montessori practice, and genuinely care about the child in front of them.
For children, that means something simple but meaningful: familiar faces, trusted relationships, and a steady sense of belonging as they grow.
Ready to see it in person?
Tours take about 45 minutes to an hour on weekdays at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm. Bring your questions.
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