The Children’s House is a carefully prepared environment for children aged 3 to 6 years old, where they experience a rich and stimulating world of learning. In this warm, nurturing space, children gain confidence, independence, and a deep love of learning through self-directed activities and hands-on exploration.

At this stage, children are in a critical period of development, refining their coordination, expanding their language skills, and exploring their social world with increasing curiosity. Our Montessori-trained educators guide them through this stage of discovery, ensuring they are challenged, inspired, and supported every step of the way.

The Prepared Environment

In Montessori education, our primary focus is on the environment itself—creating a space that meets all the child’s needs for intellectual, social, and emotional development.

"The first aim of the prepared school environment is, as far as possible, to render the growing child independent of the adult. That is, a place where he can do things for himself—live his own life—without the immediate help of adults… a place where the children are to be increasingly active, the teacher increasingly passive… [the child] becomes conscious of his own powers." – Maria Montessori: Her Life & Work

The Children’s House is designed to foster autonomy, allowing children to move freely, choose their own work, and engage in meaningful activities at their own pace. The environment is ordered, beautiful, and engaging, with materials carefully selected to support cognitive and emotional growth.

At this age, children are at the peak of their creative powers, particularly in language, movement, sensory refinement, and social development. The Montessori method supports this by providing an environment where learning is self-directed, hands-on, and deeply engaging.

Key Areas of Development in the Children's House

In this dynamic setting, children develop essential human characteristics, including:

• Independence

• Creativity

• Concentration

• Logical thinking and problem-solving

• Responsibility

• Friendships and social skills

• Self-awareness and self-discipline

• Positive communication and conflict resolution

• Freedom of movement and self-expression

As Dr. Montessori wrote:

"These are the surroundings which invite activity, and among which the child will gradually perfect his movements without fatigue, acquiring human grace and dexterity." – The Advanced Montessori Method

Specific Areas Within the Classroom

To meet the diverse needs of children, the Children’s House is divided into several key learning areas, each designed to engage children in purposeful activities that support their growth across all developmental domains.

1. Practical Life (Including Grace and Courtesy Role-Play)

The Practical Life area provides real-life experiences that develop:

• Independence and self-care skills (dressing, toileting, washing hands, preparing food)

• Coordination and fine motor development (sewing, polishing, pouring, spooning)

• Sequencing and logical thought (following multi-step tasks, organizing materials)

• Community responsibility (cleaning, caring for plants, setting the table)

A special highlight of our Practical Life area is our fully equipped child-sized kitchen, where children prepare real snacks and meals independently.

Head Chef for the Day: Each child will have the opportunity to be Head Chef, leading their peers in meal preparation and developing confidence, leadership, and independence. Hygiene and safety are upheld to the highest standards, with adult supervision at all times.

1. Sensorial Exploration

The Sensorial area helps children refine their senses—visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory, gustatory, and stereognostic—through scientifically designed activities.

Children explore abstract concepts in a concrete way through:

• Colour, shape, and size gradation using Montessori materials such as the Pink Tower and Knobbed Cylinders

• Texture and touch exercises to develop fine sensory perception

• Sound-matching and scent recognition games

• Pairing and grading materials to refine logic and pattern recognition

These activities build early mathematical reasoning, creativity, and problem-solving abilities, all while being engaging and enjoyable.

1. Language Development

Dr. Montessori’s language approach is designed to develop early literacy skills naturally and joyfully.

• Concrete language materials help children learn to write before they read

• Sandpaper letters and moveable alphabets build letter recognition and phonetic awareness

• Vocabulary enrichment activities expand children’s language comprehension

• Reading corner and storytelling sessions foster a lifelong love of books

By the time children complete the Children’s House, they have developed:

• Beautiful handwriting

• A strong vocabulary

• A deep love for storytelling and reading

1. Mathematics Mastery

Dr. Montessori created an ingenious hands-on math system, helping children develop a deep understanding of numbers through concrete materials before moving on to abstraction.

• Number rods and golden beads teach quantity and place value

• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division activities are introduced gradually

• Geometric shapes and measurement tools prepare children for advanced math concepts

Unlike traditional schools, we never use worksheets. Instead, our children explore math joyfully through interactive materials, building a positive, lifelong relationship with numbers.

1. Culture and the World Around Us

The Cultural area introduces children to biology, physics, geography, drama, music, art, sports, world cultures, and religion. These cross-disciplinary activities allow children to engage with real-world topics and explore their creativity.

Key activities include:

• Geography and World Cultures: Learning about continents, people, and traditions through hands-on map work

• Art and Creativity: Exploring famous artists, experimenting with different media, and expressing individuality

• Music and Drama: Singing, instrument exploration, and engaging in dramatic storytelling and role-play

• Science Experiments: Child-friendly experiments that introduce basic physics and biology concepts

• Outdoor Physical Play: Movement-based activities to develop gross motor skills, teamwork, and coordination

These activities broaden children’s understanding of the world, helping them develop curiosity, respect for diversity, and a love of learning.

A Foundation for Life-Long Learning

The Children’s House is more than just a preschool—it is a rich, immersive learning environment where children develop independence, confidence, and a deep love of learning.

By the time children complete their time in the Children’s House, they are well-prepared for the next stage of their educational journey, carrying with them:

• A strong academic foundation

• Exceptional independence and problem-solving skills

• Deep curiosity and a love for learning

• Social and emotional confidence