Montessori Preschool & Elementary in Poway, CA
At Country Montessori School, our Lower Elementary program (Grades 1–3) builds on the Early Childhood foundation. Students expand their academic skills through longer work cycles, small group lessons, and collaborative projects. With hands-on materials and guided discovery, children develop independence, responsibility, and a love of learning that will carry them through their elementary years and beyond.
Language & Literature
Reading groups, creative writing, spelling, grammar, and literature discussions strengthen communication skills.
Mathematics
Concrete Montessori materials transition students into abstract concepts including operations, fractions, geometry, and problem-solving.
Cultural Studies
Botany, zoology, geography, and history broaden children’s understanding of the world through research and projects.
Science & Research
Inquiry-based experiments and hands-on lessons inspire curiosity and scientific thinking.
Practical Life & Community
Students take responsibility for classroom jobs, peace education, and caring for their environment.
Our Lower Elementary schedule balances focused learning, group collaboration, and enrichment:
Lower Elementary students participate in a rich mix of weekly enrichment classes that complement their Montessori work:
We value open communication with parents through conferences, progress updates, and events. Families are active partners in supporting each child’s growth.
Grades 1–3 are part of the multi-age Lower Elementary classroom.
Teachers present lessons based on readiness. Students work independently or in small groups, progressing at their own pace.
Spanish, Music, Art, P.E., and Digital Literacy are integrated into the weekly schedule.
Children benefit from extended morning and afternoon work cycles, allowing deep concentration and mastery.
Trips may include the Birch Aquarium, Natural History Museum, Carlsbad Flower Fields, and other cultural sites
Come observe a work cycle, small-group lessons, and enrichment in Spanish, Music, Art, and P.E.
Make the most of summer with our engaging camps for Elementary students! Each week offers a new theme—sports, science, adventure, and creativity—led by experienced CMS educators.
A warm, nurturing Montessori preschool and kindergarten environment where children build independence, focus, and confidence through hands-on materials and purposeful work.
Leadership, research projects, and advanced Montessori academics that prepare students for middle school and beyond.
Seven weeks of themed camps bring learning to life — from ocean exploration and dinosaurs for younger children to sports, adventure, and STEM for older students. Each week blends hands-on activities, creativity, and outdoor fun.