Frequently Asked Questions
At what ages do you accept students?
We accept the infants from 6 weeks of age.
Maple lawn Montessori welcomes any family looking for a preschool for their child/children.
If you like to tour our preschool in-person pls schedule a tour from our website.
Tell us a little bit about the in-person school tour?
We try to gauge and understand the needs of the parents which helps us explaining those key points during the tour. During the time of the tour, we take utmost time explaining the process and the daily routine by giving them a tour of our school. The parents get to meet and greet the experienced staff, can interact with the teachers, take a closer look at the classroom, understanding the Montessori materials and the functioning of the classroom. and show them all about our school makes the process of selecting our school that will best suit their child/children
How will I be informed of my child’s progress?
Maple lawn Montessori uses a mobile application for communications, it is simple and literally acts as a text message to the teacher or vice versa to know more about the child.
We also encourage the traditional method of setting up a time to meet with the teacher before or after teaching hours. If you have concerns or just want to know about what your child is doing in the classroom, don’t hesitate to set up an appointment.
Maple lawn Montessori offers parent-teacher conference twice a year, one in January and the second at the end of the year. That would be the best time to find out all about the child’s growth and progress.
Can I enroll anytime?
Yes, we can enroll anytime.
What are your school hours of operation?
Our school’s hours of operation are from 6:30 AM to 6 PM.
What will my child’s typical day be like?
Each child is participating in circle time, story time, sensory activities and gross motor . Refer to classroom schedules for more information.
What type of curriculum is used at Maple Lawn Sterling School.
We are in process of switching to Mother Goose Curriculum.
How do you group children?
Infant 1 :6 weeks to 12 months
Infant 2: 12 months to 16 months
Toddlers : 16 months to 24 months
Two’s : 24 months to 36 months
Preschool which includes three’s , four’s, and five years old
Before and after school care
How do you handle separation anxiety?
For separation anxiety we promote culture of quick good bye and want to be consistent with that.
What is the teacher student ratio?
Infants 4:1
Toddlers 5:1
Two’s 8:1
Preschool 10:1
What is your discipline policy?
For discipline policy each class has their own schedule and teachers are consistent with that . We give reasons to kids and explain them the daily routine to maintain the easy transitions between activities.
When is Nap time?
Nap time is between 12:30 and 2:30 PM
How will I be informed of my child’s progress?
All progress is reported via Bright wheel app.
Can I volunteer in my child’s classroom?
For the time being we are not accepting volunteers.
Does my child need to be potty-trained?
Yes, we do help with potty training at age of 2.
Do you operate year-round ?
We operate all year except holidays and staff training days.
Do you offer half or full days?
es, we offer full days , four days , three days and two days plan. We do offer half days as well for example 9 AM to 12 PM.
Do you go on field trips?
We arrange fieldtrips but we are temporarily not doing that.
Do you provide lunch?
Yes, we provide Lunch.
Do you accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions?
Yes , We accommodate dietary and allergies restrictions.
What child security features are installed in your school ?
For security reasons we are not permitting anyone inside the building . We have a keypad system in which parents can enter the code to gain access to building .We also have security cameras inside the building.
Sample schedule per program ex. Toddler?
Infant and Toddlers Class Schedule
| 6:30 to 9:00 | Opening staff greet families/daily health check/check child’s needs |
| 9:00 to 9:30 | Morning snacks/bottle |
| 9:30 to 10:00 | Circle time/rocking/holding/reading book/soft music |
| 10:00 to 10:30 | Outdoors |
| 10:30 to 11:00 | Large muscle activity/exploration on floor with teacher/fine motor |
| 11:00 to 11:30 | Lunch time/bottle |
| 11:30 to 12:00 | Room cleans up /kids getting ready for nap |
| 12:00 to 2:30 | Nap time/rocking/holding/patting/soft music |
| 2:30 to 3:00 | Nap time ending /preparing for snacks/bottle |
| 3:00 to 3:30 | Snack time |
| 3:30 to 4:30 | Language/puppets/puzzles/gross motor/songs/stories |
| 4:30 to 5:30 | Getting ready for pick up/clothes change per needed/ bottle |
| 5:30 to 6:00 | Closing staff greet families/provide summary of child’s overall day progress |
Note:
- Diapers change after every 2 hours or more frequently.
- All outdoor activities are weather permitted.
- Meals are according to family or school meal plans.
Sample schedule per program ex. Two's program?
Two’s Class Schedule
| 6:30 to 9:00 | Opening staff greet families/daily health check/check child’s needs/use potty |
| 9:00 to 9:30 | Morning snacks |
| 9:30 to 10:00 | Circle time/Story time/sensory activity/use potty |
| 10:00 to 10:30 | Gross motor play |
| 10:30 to 11:00 | Outdoor play time |
| 11:00 to 12:00 | Wash hands/lunch time/use potty/frequent room clean up |
| 12:00 to 12:30 | kids getting ready for nap/soft music |
| 12:30 to 2:30 | Nap time/soft music |
| 2:30 to 3:00 | Nap time ending /use potty/getting ready for snack |
| 3:00 to 3:30 | Snack time |
| 3:30 to 4:00 | Outdoor playtime |
| 4:00 to 4:30 | Language/puppets/puzzles/whole group instructions |
| 4:30 to 5:00 | Use potty /getting ready for pick up |
| 5:00 to 6:00 | Closing staff member greet families/provides summary of child’s day progress |
Note:
- Diapers change after every 2 hours or more frequently.
- All outdoor activities are weather permitted.
- Meals are according to family or school meal plans.
Sample schedule per program ex. Two's program?
Three’s and Four’s Class Schedule
| 6:30 to 9:00 | Opening staff greet families/daily health check/check child’s needs/use potty |
| 9:00 to 9:30 | Morning snacks |
| 9:30 to 10:00 | Circle time/Story time/use potty |
| 10:00 to 10:30 | Free centers play small groups |
| 10:30 to 11:00 | Outdoor play time |
| 11:00 to 12:00 | Wash hands/lunch time/use potty/frequent room clean up |
| 12:00 to 12:30 | kids getting ready for nap/soft music |
| 12:30 to 2:30 | Nap time/soft music |
| 2:30 to 3:00 | Nap time ending /use potty/getting ready for snack |
| 3:00 to 3:30 | Snack time |
| 3:30 to 4:00 | Outdoor play time |
| 4:00 to 5:00 | Language/music and movement/yoga |
| 5:00 to 6:00 | Closing staff greet families/provide summary of child’s overall day progress |
Note:
- All outdoor activities are weather permitted.
- Meals are according to family or school meal plans.
Best-in-Class Day Care
Our Commitment
Safe and Healthy Environment
Maple Lawn Montessori Day-care is a safe, secure, and stimulating environment that positively engages and celebrates children and their families through a world-class childcare support system.
Daily Engagement
Learning is a dynamic process that occurs throughout the day; thus the child needs to be engaged in meaningful, playful and joyful learning experiences.
Home away from Home
A home away from home, they are managed by committed and experienced teachers with strong backgrounds in caregiving and early years learning, who personalize the experience to accommodate each child’s emotional, social, and intellectual needs and temperament.
Testimonials
What Parents are Saying
Professionalism, Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
I’m so grateful that we chose this school to care for our youngest son. In the two and half years we have been attending, my son has grown and learned more than I thought possible. They have loved him like their own, making the transition back to work seamless.
Quality, Reliability, Responsiveness, Value
I absolutely love this school! My son has been going there for over a year now and the team at Countryside has always been incredibly attentive, loving, and caring towards him. They post pictures and videos throughout the day which allow me to see all the activities they have him involved in – which includes a lot, story time, arts and crafts, music time, playground activities, etc.
Professionalism, Responsiveness, Value
Finding a great quality daycare and starting a new job during a pandemic can be very stressful. However, the frequent updates/ pictures/ videos in the portal put me at ease. This is not your average child care facility. Both of my children are actually learning while still having fun everyday. The staff is amazing and treat you like family. The facility is very clean, secure, and structured for children. I definitely recommend
How to Enroll
Welcome to Maplelawn Montessori, Sterling branch. We believe that early childhood education sets the foundation for a lifetime of learning. We are thrilled that you are interested in enrolling your child in our program! Here is a simple and step-by-step enrollment process:
A. School Tour
Plan and set up a tour with the school office. You will receive basic school information at that time and experience all the available facilities. Get clarifications for all your questions.
B. Submit Application with enrollment fee
Once you’ve decided to enroll your child at Maplelawn Montessori Sterling branch, you’ll need to fill out an application form. The application form asks for basic information about your child, such as their name, age, and any special needs they may have. Get enrollment form by clicking the below button.
C. Select a Start Date
Once you have decided the date of starting shcool for your child, check with us for availability of space. If space is available, pay the requisite fee and provide necessary documentaion (you can download necessary forms here). On completing these steps, your child is ready to start the school.