Montessori Kindergarten Program Minneapolis, MN
Your child’s kindergarten year is such a special milestone. It is the moment when confidence, independence, and curiosity begin to come together in powerful ways that shape how your little one sees school and themselves as a learner. At our school, our Montessori Kindergarten program is carefully designed to nurture both academic growth and emotional security so your child feels capable, supported, and proud of what they can do. Families across Minneapolis choose our program because they see their children develop strong skills, leadership, and a genuine love of learning that lasts far beyond the early years.
Ages Served
5 to 6 years old, the final year before elementary school.
Schedule Options
Full-time enrollment to provide a consistent structure and learning.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Is Potty Training Required?
Yes, children should be independently toilet-trained before joining our kindergarten classroom.
Curriculum Focus
Our Montessori Kindergarten curriculum includes reading, writing, mathematics, science, geography, and cultural studies through hands-on Montessori materials. Research from the American Montessori Society shows that children who learn through concrete, multi-sensory materials build deeper understanding, stronger executive function, and long-term academic confidence.
Daily Routine
Each day includes an uninterrupted work period, collaborative learning, practical life experiences, outdoor exploration, and enrichment opportunities. Long, uninterrupted work cycles are recommended in Montessori education because they help children build concentration, independence, and problem-solving skills.
Classroom Experience
Our kindergarten classrooms are calm, beautifully prepared spaces with child-sized materials that support independence and choice. Children select meaningful work, collaborate with peers, and develop responsibility in a community built on respect and trust.
About Our Montessori Kindergarten Program
Our Montessori Kindergarten program offers a full academic day grounded in early childhood education and the Montessori method developed by Dr. Maria Montessori. While many public kindergarten programs divide the day between short academic blocks and free play, our approach integrates purposeful learning throughout the day so progress happens naturally through practice and discovery. Children learn at their own pace using specialized Montessori materials designed to teach one concept at a time.
From Age 5 to Age 6: Development Support For Every Stage
The kindergarten year bridges early childhood and elementary school and plays a vital role in shaping confidence, independence, and long-term academic readiness. Studies from the Harvard Center on the Developing Child show that early learning environments that combine emotional support with cognitive challenge lead to stronger lifelong outcomes. In our program, children deepen reading, writing, and math skills while continuing to develop social awareness, empathy, and self-regulation. Montessori classrooms use a mixed-age structure, which research shows helps children build leadership skills, cooperation, and a strong sense of belonging.
Children in our kindergarten environment explore core Montessori curriculum areas:
- Practical Life — Real-world activities like preparing snacks, organizing materials, and caring for the classroom build independence, coordination, and confidence.
- Sensorial — Hands-on materials refine observation, classification, and attention to detail, forming the foundation for advanced learning.
- Language — Phonics, storytelling, vocabulary, and early writing support literacy development and communication skills.
- Mathematics — Concrete materials introduce place value, operations, and number relationships so children truly understand math concepts.
- Cultural Studies — Geography, science, art, and music help children develop curiosity and respect for the world around them.
Montessori Kindergarten Program Enrollment and Registration
Kindergarten enrollment is available for children who will be 5 years old by September 1. Because many families are looking for a full-day private alternative to traditional public school programs, spaces often fill quickly. Our team walks you through every step of enrollment, from scheduling and tuition questions to preparing your child for a smooth transition. We invite you to visit, meet our guides, and see firsthand how your child will grow in our supportive community.
Why Families Trust Step By Step Montessori in Minneapolis
Families continue choosing our school because strong academics, loving support, and proven Montessori outcomes come together every day.
- All locations are accredited by APPLE and hold a 4-Star Parent Aware rating, reflecting high standards in early childhood education.
- Montessori-certified guides lead classrooms with calm, consistent support that builds independence and confidence.
- Carefully prepared classroom environments encourage focus, exploration, and meaningful learning.
- 98% of students meet or exceed national first-grade readiness benchmarks after completing their Montessori cycle.
- Since 1991, families across Minneapolis have trusted our child care community for consistency, growth, and genuine care.
A Private Montessori School Serving the Minneapolis Metro Area
Step By Step Montessori proudly supports families across the Minneapolis metropolitan area with eight welcoming locations:
Discover how our Montessori approach can make a lasting difference in your child's life. Contact us today to learn more, schedule a tour, and become part of our vibrant school community.
Other Montessori Programs Available at Our Locations
Our infant program is a nurturing beginning where your baby builds trust, develops early communication skills, and lays strong developmental foundations through gentle routines and sensory exploration.
The toddler program encourages independence, language development, and confidence through hands-on practical life activities and guided discovery.
Our preschool program builds academic readiness in reading, writing, mathematics, and science while nurturing independence and a love of learning.
Other Montessori Programs Available at Our Locations
Our infant program is a nurturing beginning where your baby builds trust, develops early communication skills, and lays strong developmental foundations through gentle routines and sensory exploration.
The toddler program encourages independence, language development, and confidence through hands-on practical life activities and guided discovery.
Our preschool program builds academic readiness in reading, writing, mathematics, and science while nurturing independence and a love of learning.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Private Kindergarten Programs
Yes. Our Montessori kindergarten year is designed to provide children with a strong foundation in language arts, math, social studies, and academic work, so they transition into the first year with confidence and well-developed skills. Research shows Montessori students often demonstrate higher proficiency in reading readiness, problem-solving, and comprehension by the end of kindergarten
Schedule a Tour!
Your child’s kindergarten year is a powerful moment of growth, confidence, and discovery. We would love to welcome you into our school, show you our Montessori classrooms in action, and help you see how this final early childhood year can give your little one a strong foundation for elementary school and beyond.