Our curriculum emphasizes a balanced approach to the academic, social, emotional and physical development of a child. It is structured to build a child's skills and habits while including space and opportunities for children to explore areas of knowledge that are of interest to them. Respect for children, the ordered, child-sized environment, mixed age groupings and the role of the teacher as guide are the underpinnings of Shining Stars' rigorous and caring curriculum. The Montessori materials found in every classroom are designed to invite children's inquiry and develop their understanding of the essential skills and concepts necessary to become successful lifelong learners. Authentic assessment takes place in the form of progress folios that follow each student through their years at Shining Stars. All of these components, along with the personalized instruction that our small class size affords, enable Shining Stars to provide an outstanding educational experience. Shining Stars offers an educational program for children aged 2 months through 5 years old. Three distinct programs, separated by age levels but united in philosophy, are as follows:
Infant Program
2 months - 1.5 years
September through June Registration open all year around
1 Infant Room with maximum of 3 children
1 Early Childhood Educator
Toddler Program
1.5 years - 2.5 years
September through June Registration open all year around
1 Toddler Room with maximum of 15 children Ratio 1 to 5
1 Early Childhood Educator & 2 Early Childhood Assistants
Casa Program
2.5 years - 6.0 years
September through June Registration all year around
2 Casa Rooms with maximum of 16 children in each room Ratio 1 to 8
1 Certified Montessori Teacher & 1 Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood assistant in each room
Infant Program
2 months - 1.5 years
September through June Registration open all year around
1 Infant Room with maximum of 3 children
1 Early Childhood Educator
Toddler Program
1.5 years - 2.5 years
September through June Registration open all year around
1 Toddler Room with maximum of 15 children Ratio 1 to 5
1 Early Childhood Educator & 2 Early Childhood Assistants
Casa Program
2.5 years - 6.0 years
September through June Registration all year around
2 Casa Rooms with maximum of 16 children in each room Ratio 1 to 8
1 Certified Montessori Teacher & 1 Early Childhood Educator or Early Childhood assistant in each room