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Learning Without
Limits

From the first steps of toddlerhood to the confident strides of upper elementary — each Edlys program is crafted around your child's natural developmental stage.

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The Montessori Philosophy

Why Montessori
Works

Dr. Maria Montessori discovered that children possess a natural desire to learn when given the right environment, freedom, and guidance. At Edlys, we honor that discovery every day.

Follow the Child

Each child directs their own learning, choosing materials that match their current developmental interests and readiness.

Hands-On Materials

Specially designed Montessori materials allow abstract concepts to become concrete, tangible experiences that build true understanding.

Mixed-Age Groups

Older children reinforce their learning by teaching younger peers; younger children are inspired by what they see older classmates accomplish.

Uninterrupted Work Time

Three-hour work periods allow children to enter deep concentration — the state in which the most meaningful learning occurs.

Age-Based Programs

Find the Right Program

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18 months – 3 yearsHalf-day & Full-day options

Toddler Program

First steps toward independence

Our Toddler program welcomes children from 18 months in a carefully prepared environment that supports the natural development of independence, language, and coordination. Guides trained in the AMI 0–3 approach observe each child closely, offering just enough support to allow mastery without frustration.

Curriculum Areas
Practical Life SkillsSensorial ExplorationLanguage FoundationsGrace & CourtesyMusic & Movement
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Three-year-old child working with pink tower blocks, stacking them carefully from largest to smallest on a mat
3 – 6 yearsFull-day program

Primary Program

Where curiosity becomes competence

The Primary classroom is the heart of the Montessori experience. Children aged 3–6 work in a mixed-age environment with over 200 specially designed materials. Reading, writing, and mathematics emerge naturally through hands-on exploration rather than direct instruction, building deep conceptual understanding.

Curriculum Areas
Practical LifeSensorial MaterialsLanguage & ReadingMathematicsCultural Studies
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6 – 9 yearsFull-day program

Lower Elementary

Expanding the universe of knowledge

Lower Elementary children experience the "Great Lessons" — dramatic stories about the origin of the universe, the coming of life, and the story of human beings. These cosmic narratives spark passionate research, collaborative projects, and a sense of wonder about the world that drives genuine academic engagement.

Curriculum Areas
Advanced MathematicsCreative WritingHistory & GeographyBiological SciencesResearch Projects
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9 – 12 yearsFull-day program

Upper Elementary

Preparing confident, capable young people

Upper Elementary students are ready to engage with the larger community and the real world. They design and execute multi-week research projects, participate in community service, and develop the executive function skills — time management, goal-setting, self-assessment — that prepare them for secondary school and beyond.

Curriculum Areas
Advanced ResearchAlgebra & GeometryLiterature & DebateCommunity ServiceLeadership Projects
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Beyond the Classroom

Enrichment Activities

Developing the whole child — mind, body, and creative spirit.

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Music & Rhythm

Weekly music sessions develop pitch, rhythm, and creative expression through singing, instruments, and movement.

Young students painting at easels outdoors wearing colorful aprons, focused on their individual canvas

Visual Arts

From watercolors to clay sculpture, children develop fine motor skills and artistic confidence across diverse media.

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Sports & Movement

Age-appropriate physical education builds teamwork, coordination, and healthy habits through structured and free play.

A Typical Day

Daily Schedule

7:30 AM

Arrival & Morning Work

Children settle independently and begin chosen Montessori work

8:00 AM

Three-Hour Work Cycle

Core Montessori work period — practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics

11:00 AM

Snack & Outdoor Time

Child-prepared snack followed by outdoor exploration and physical movement

12:00 PM

Lunch & Rest

Communal lunch, practical life cleanup, quiet rest or reading

1:00 PM

Afternoon Work Cycle

Art, music, cultural studies, and continuation of morning work

2:30 PM

Circle & Closing

Group sharing, songs, preparation for departure

3:00 PM

Departure

Parent pickup, daily communication notes shared

Take the Next Step

Ready to Find Your
Child's Perfect Program?

Schedule a campus visit to see our programs in action — no commitment required. Our admissions team is happy to answer every question.