Language is woven throughout the entire curriculum and is an aid to the growth and development of the whole child. Language is the main door to all other subjects.

We use language for two basic functions: to help us communicate with one another and to provide a system to aid our thinking process. We begin with the prerequisite skills required for reading and writing. We want children to love and enjoy books while being able to use language to share. Each child gains an understanding that printed word has meaning.

MES has an extensive phonics and creative writing curriculum that is individually taught to each child. We also work to help children develop control over their bodies, particularly the hands, which are used for writing.

At Montessori Episcopal School, we are committed to helping children grow in body, mind and spirit. Children are naturally open to a joyful and moving connection to the presence of God. We model faith and prayer as support for each child’s growth and understanding.

Godly Play is an approach to religious exploration and contemplation for children. The invitation to come and play is based on what Jesus said about welcoming children and becoming like them. It is a way to know God and to enter God’s Kingdom. It is deeply rooted in the Bible, the liturgy of the Church and the educational principles of Maria Montessori.

Teachers present lessons by sharing concrete materials based on the Bible stories. The children are then given the opportunity to work with the materials and learn to tell the story themselves. Through these lessons and experiences, we hope to create the opportunity for the child to fall in love with God and experience His love as generously as possible.

Our 3s, 4s, and Kindergarten age children also attend weekly chapel at the Church of the Annunciation. Chapel service is simple and designed for the children. The service consists of singing, praying, listening to a Bible story and reciting the Lord’s Prayer together.

Weekly Music classes teach the beginnings of music appreciation and a love of all things musical. Our music program includes singing, creative movement and the study of musical instruments. Our students also learn songs for Chapel and prepare for musical programs that happen throughout the year.

Montessori Episcopal is proud of its lending library with over 8,000 books. Students visit the library once a week and are allowed to browse the various sections of the library. All materials have been carefully selected with children in mind. Students are permitted to check out two books on whatever topic interests them and family members are encouraged to read, discuss and look at the pictures with their child.

Students who have mastered their phonics lessons and are reading in the classroom are assisted with choosing books on their reading level. Through this library program, students are exposed to a variety of excellent children’s literature which aids in developing a lifelong love of books and reading.