What We Offer
Programs for Growing Minds
Two thoughtfully designed programs that meet your child where they are — nurturing curiosity, independence, and confidence through Montessori learning.
Montessori Playgroup
A purposeful space prepared for your child and parenting needs. In the first three years, children are building their inner world. Our playgroup provides a calm, authentic Montessori environment where little ones can explore freely alongside their parent or carer.
Benefits
- Supports the child's natural development during the absorbent mind stage (0–3 years)
- Encourages independence through simple, purposeful activities
- Develops coordination and movement through hands-on exploration
- Builds concentration through repetition and self-chosen work
- Creates a calm, predictable environment that supports emotional security
- Introduces practical life activities such as pouring, transferring, cleaning, and caring for the environment
- Sessions conclude with music, story time, and parenting discussions
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Refining fine and gross motor coordination through purposeful movement and manipulation of materials
- Developing concentration and persistence through independent work
- Building early language through songs, conversation, and stories
- Growing confidence and a sense of capability within a prepared environment
- Beginning social awareness by observing and interacting with peers
- Developing order and routine, which supports emotional regulation and security
Phonics & Literacy Program
During the sensitive period for language, children are naturally drawn to letters, sounds, and words. Our phonics program follows the Montessori sequence — using hands-on materials and gentle guidance to unlock the joy of reading and writing at each child's own pace.
Benefits
- Follows the Montessori sequence for language development during the sensitive period (3–6 years)
- Builds a strong phonetic foundation using sandpaper letters, moveable alphabet, and picture-sound matching
- Develops early writing through metal insets, sand tray tracing, and letter formation
- Nurtures a genuine love of reading through phonetic decoding and early readers
- Small group sizes ensure individual attention and pacing
- Supports concentration, self-discipline, and persistence through purposeful work
- Encourages confidence and independence as children experience the thrill of reading their first words
Sample Learning Outcomes
- Recognising letter sounds and building phonemic awareness through hands-on materials
- Encoding and decoding simple phonetic words using the moveable alphabet
- Reading early phonetic books independently with growing confidence
- Developing pencil grip and letter formation through tracing and writing activities
- Building vocabulary and comprehension through stories, conversation, and word-building
- Strengthening focus and the ability to work independently on self-chosen tasks
Schedule & Fees
For current class times, availability, and pricing, please get in touch.
Montessori Playgroup
- ●Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9:45 AM – 11:00 AM
- ●Runs during Australian school terms
- ●Fruit, water, and nappies are provided
Phonics & Literacy Program
- ●Runs during Australian school terms
- ●Sessions can be privately arranged — contact us for availability
Pricing
- ●Paid trial class — $30 per session
- ●After your trial, simply pay for the remaining term to continue
Classes are held in Mitcham, Melbourne. Contact us for term pricing and availability.
Find the Right Program for Your Child
Not sure which program is best? Book a trial class or get in touch and we'll help you decide.