Discover the benefits of Montessori Elementary

At LePort Montessori, we believe every child deserves a caring and fun place to learn. Our Elementary program for 1st to 6th graders builds on the strong foundation from their early years, helping them grow in school and in life. With small class sizes, our teachers focus on individual interests and learning styles. With a balanced schedule and minimal homework, children can explore and discover without feeling overwhelmed. Join our welcoming community where kids not only learn but also love learning!

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Why LePort for Elementary School?

Individualized Attention: With small class sizes, our teachers are able to know each child well and support their specific needs. We maintain teacher-to-student ratios of 1:12 (Lower Elementary) and 1:15 (Upper Elementary) or better.

Tailored Learning: We teach lessons in small groups, based on each child’s ability and interests. This helps every student learn at their own pace and grow without feeling compared to others. In a 3-year age mix community (1st-3rd grade, and 4th-6th grade), each student is challenged at the level best suited for them. A 2nd grader may work on math in a group of 3rd graders, but remain with other 2nd grade students for language.

Rich, Well-Rounded Curriculum: While reading and math are often the primary focus in elementary programs, as schools teach to standardized tests, we believe in a holistic approach. Our students have science, geography, history, art, and music integrated into the classroom and each day. Field trips and special projects create unique and engaging learning opportunities.

Balanced Schedule and Minimal Homework: With five hours of instruction each day, most lessons and practice happen at school. This keeps homework light while still helping students learn and grow.

Caring Community: Our school reflects our neighborhoods, bringing together families from all walks of life. We hold regular events and encourage open communication between parents and teachers.

Joyful Learning: Our students learn new skills because they are curious, not for rewards like grades or stickers. They are excited to discover new things and love learning.

Learning Outside the Classroom: Field trips help our students build friendships and connect with what they are learning. “Going Outs,” which start in Upper Elementary, are student-organized trips. These trips help them gain real-world skills, like planning, budgeting, and organizing transportation.

Lower Elementary Curriculum (1st–3rd Grade)

Literature & Language Arts:

In the early grades, our language arts program helps our students build important writing, reading, and speaking skills. They practice writing in cursive, forming sentences, and using correct punctuation and capital letters. This helps them become confident writers. We introduce grammar, using Montessori symbols to teach parts of speech like verbs, nouns, and adjectives.

We use phonics to help our students sound out words and build their vocabulary. They also learn to look up new words in the dictionary, which helps them understand what they read. Every day, our students write reports, stories, and essays on topics that they enjoy. Our teachers guide them through brainstorming and drafting, giving feedback to help them improve. By learning about prefixes, suffixes, and root words, our students grow their vocabulary and spelling skills.

Math:

Our students who need review or who join us in 1st or 2nd grade use Primary materials such as the Bead Cabinet and Golden Beads to learn math concepts like place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. These tools allow them to touch and move numbers, helping them understand math before solving problems in their heads. As our students progress, they begin learning about fractions and decimals. By the end of 3rd grade, our students work with numbers up to the millions. They work with pencil and paper, ensuring a true understanding of these core math operations, instead of moving to a calculator.

Science:

Science starts with exploring the world around us. Our students learn about life sciences, like plants and animals, by sorting them based on their features. They also study life cycles and how animals and plants live together. In physical science, they learn about matter, energy, and forces. Earth science teaches them about topics like rocks, landforms, and natural changes like erosion. Through experiments, our students explore these ideas and write down what they observe in their science journals. They make and test predictions, just like real scientists.

History & Geography:

Our students learn history and geography through Montessori’s Five Great Lessons. These stories teach them about the universe, life on Earth, early humans, and how writing began. In geography, our students study landforms, countries, continents, and the cultures from around the world. They learn how people in different places find food, shelter, and transportation, which helps them understand how we are alike and different. Our students also use maps, globes, and compasses to build key geography skills.

Soft Skills:

Our students stay motivated by choosing their own tasks and working with their friends. They follow their own learning plans, set goals, and manage their time. Our teachers help them along the way to become more independent. Through hands-on projects and teamwork, our students learn how to work well with others. They also have the chance to be leaders by helping their younger classmates. As our students work, they build focus and self-discipline, learning to finish tasks that they start.

Upper Elementary Curriculum (4th–6rd Grade)

Literature & Language Arts:

Building on the skills they learned in earlier years, our students focus on understanding and thinking deeply about what they read. They have group discussions to talk about books and learn how to explain stories. Writing continues to be a focus of the school day as our students work on more complex essays, stories, and research projects. They practice editing their work to improve their writing skills.

We help grow students’ vocabulary by incorporating additional Latin and Greek root words. The use of these root words leads to improved comprehension of new words and more intuitive spelling. Every day, they have time to read books that they choose, without having to fill reading logs or reports. This helps them develop a love of reading that will last them their entire lives.

Math:

Our students start working with more advanced math topics including geometry, measuring in both traditional and metric systems, and facts practice. Our students work with complex word problems to improve their logical thinking and problem-solving skills. At this stage, our students move from using hands-on tools to solving problems in their heads and on paper, preparing for more challenging math.

In geometry, our students explore shapes, angles, lines, and solids. They use tools like rulers and compasses to measure and calculate areas and volumes. Problem-solving is a key focus, and students work on multi-step word problems to apply what they have learned. Regular practice with math facts through games and quizzes helps them remember basic facts, so they can focus on more complex problems.

Science:

Our students explore science by performing more advanced experiments and learning about chemistry, physics, and astronomy. They also continue their study of life sciences, exploring the complexities of various ecosystems. In our labs, they research topics like matter, energy, the sun, and the atmosphere. As they conduct experiments, they make predictions, test ideas, and learn from their results.

History & Geography:

In Upper Elementary, our students continue to learn about history. They study ancient civilizations, the Middle Ages, and modern times by researching important events and their place on a timeline. This approach helps our students begin to see how events from the past have shaped our world today. Our students also work on research projects and make timelines to learn about key events and famous people.

In geography, our students study maps, climates, and how geography affects people’s lives. By learning about both history and geography, they understand how the environment and human civilizations are connected.

Soft Skills:

As our students grow older, they take more responsibility for their learning. They set their own goals and work on larger tasks. With help from their teachers, they check their progress and stay on track. Our students also practice leadership and teamwork by working on group projects, leading discussions, and sharing their research. These skills help prepare them for middle school and more complex challenges ahead.

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