Through making independent choices, children develop self-motivation, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills, building a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Teachers thoughtfully prepare the classroom environment to invite curiosity, foster independence, and inspire meaningful engagement. Learning unfolds from the concrete to the abstract as children manipulate materials, experiment, and make discoveries at their own pace.
Within this nurturing and carefully designed environment, children build confidence, develop a sense of responsibility, and experience the joy of learning.
To best meet the needs of our students, Kingsley’s Early Childhood program includes two distinct journeys:
Rising Toddlers
Students who have completed the Kingsley Toddler program will rise into one of Kingsley’s six Early Childhood classrooms. For their P3, P4, and Kindergarten years, students will remain in the same classroom, enjoying a traditional three-year Montessori cycle and exhibiting increasing responsibility, independence, and classroom leadership.
New Friends
For children joining Kingsley as three, four, or five-year-olds, the Kingsley Entry Program (KEP) provides a gentle and joyful introduction to the Montessori classroom. This three-year pathway is intentionally designed to meet children and families exactly where they are—academically, socially, and emotionally—and set them up for long-term success in Kingsley’s Montessori programs.
Kingsley Entry Program 1
A one-year classroom and a thoughtful introduction to Montessori for students entering Kingsley in their P3 year (age 3 by September 1).
Kingsley Entry Program 2
A two-year classroom where children explore a multi-age social dynamic and engage in increasingly advanced Montessori work. This classroom is for students rising from the KEP 1 classroom, as well as new students entering Kingsley at P4 (age 4 by September 1) or Kindergarten (age 5 by September 1).
Each Early Childhood journey prepares students for the three-year Elementary cycle, where they will deepen academic mastery, expand leadership skills, and thrive in a collaborative, multi-age community. By the time they enter Lower Elementary, our students—no matter when they began—are equipped with the confidence, curiosity, and skills they need for a rich and successful Montessori journey.
For more information about our Early Childhood Program, please reach out to the Admissions Team.
Curriculum Highlights
Other Core Curriculum Areas
Cultural studies help children understand the interconnectedness of people, places, and cultures around the world. Through geography, history, science, music, and art, students develop a deeper appreciation for their role in a global community.
Sensorial activities help children explore and understand the world through their senses. Using hands-on materials, children build skills in observation, comparison, concentration, and early foundations for math and language.
Practical Life activities foster independence, coordination, concentration, and responsibility through meaningful everyday tasks. Children gain confidence and develop a sense of order as they care for themselves and their classroom environment.
The Performing Arts program nurtures a love of music through singing, movement, games, and creative exploration. Students are introduced to musical concepts, diverse cultural traditions, and opportunities for self-expression and collaboration.
Visual Arts encourages creativity and self-expression through drawing, painting, sculpture, and other hands-on media. Children build foundational art skills while exploring a variety of artistic techniques and materials.
Science activities inspire curiosity and discovery through hands-on experiments and observation. Students learn to ask questions, investigate ideas, and develop critical thinking skills while exploring the natural world. Kindergarten students, in preparation for the rigor of the Elementary program, attend weekly science classes at the Exeter Science Lab.
Physical Education promotes healthy lifestyles through active play, movement, and teamwork. Students build coordination, fitness, confidence, and social skills in a fun and supportive environment. Kindergarten students travel to the courts at Boston University’s FitRec center each week to hone their athletic skills and to prepare for one of Kingsley’s favorite spring traditions—the Kindergarten Marathon!