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Scarsdale, NY
Alcott Montessori School
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Telephone: (914) 472-4404 · Website: www.alcottschool.org
School Philosophy and Mission
"The Alcott School, a Montessori school, offers early childhood education for students 2-6 years of age, and focuses on the individual, whole child.
We believe that children have a natural inclination toward self-learning. Our Montessori teachers encourage and guide children to discover and learn through a variety of educational and fun activities. "
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Typical Day-In-The-Life At This School
"Toddler program:
Mornings Afternoons
9:00 - 9:30
Bikes 12:30 -1:30
10:00 - 10:15
Circle 1:30 -1:45
10:15 - 11:00
Work Time 1:45 - 2:30
11:00 - 11:20 Outdoor Play or Gym 2:30 - 2:50
11:20 - 11:30
Circle 2:50 - 3:00
3-6 Year Old Program
Circle
Work Time
Gym/Playground Time
Bikes
Special activities (music, nature, movement, etc.)
In house special activities and bus trips (making apple cider, fire department visit, trip to a play, visits by a storyteller or a musician, visits from Norwalk Maritime Center, etc.)
Full day classes will have more than one block of work time and more outdoor play time, generally about 1/2 hour in the morning and 1/2 hour in the afternoon.
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