The Elementary Program - Kindergarten Through Second Grade
The primary class is ready to provide children with the next stage of their education. In a Montessori classroom, the environment is carefully prepared to promote an enthusiasm for learning. The calm, quiet atmosphere of the class allows each child to focus on academic lessons and to develop social skills. The classroom is orderly to enable children to derive order from it. A Montessori teacher encourages controlled mobility from one academic area in the classroom to another. She also requires all students to respect each other, their teachers and their physical surroundings. In a Primary Class, each child will acquire knowledge at his or her development level and in an appropriate pace. In addition to hands-on experiences, the older Montessori child begins to internalize information and memorization begins. Click on the link below to see an overview of our elementary curriculum.
Click here for the Elementary Curriculum Overview (PDF format)
Uniform Dress Code
The Spencer House has a uniform dress code for children ages 4 and up. The dress code for the Primary Class is as follows: The uniform will consist of navy blue or khaki pants, shorts, or skirt/shorts and a white or light blue polo or button down shirt. Shoes should have a rubber sole and closed toe. Fridays are considered a free choice day.
