Primary
Children in this plane of development learn by choosing to explore it, repeat it, and perfect it! Our primary program is rooted in independent activity and choice, allowing students to work at their own pace without interruption and fostering early development of independent work habits.
Learn more!
We invite you to submit an inquiry form, schedule a virtual tour & chat, and visit campus at one of our upcoming admissions open houses.
About our
Primary Program
In the primary years, learning is child-led and teacher-guided rather than teacher-directed. Our trained educators carefully observe each child’s interests, strengths, and needs, and guide them in ways that meet them where they are.
Each classroom spans three years, creating a purposeful community: younger children learn by observing and interacting with older peers, while older children develop leadership and responsibility by modeling positive behavior and supporting their younger classmates.
The program culminates in the Montessori kindergarten year at MCS – a time of profound growth, where the skills, independence, and curiosity cultivated in Primary come together in a purposeful, student-led environment. This leadership year empowers children to take initiative, guide their own learning, and mentor younger classmates, laying the foundation for confidence, responsibility, and a lifelong love for learning.
Available for Primary Year One & Year Two Children ONLY
Learn more!
We invite you to submit an inquiry form, schedule a virtual tour & chat, and visit campus at one of our upcoming admissions open houses.
A 10-month program with summer care available through Camp MCS.
A Day in Our
Primary Program
School year and year-round care options available
Our core Montessori curriculum program runs mid-August through mid-June during the school year. When enrolling, families can elect to add up to 10 additional weeks of care to bridge the summer, winter and spring holiday breaks by participating Camp MCS.
8:00–8:30 am - Arrive at school (carline drop-off or parent walk-in)
8:30-9:00 am - Outdoor play & class meeting
9:00–11:30 am - (snack, specialists and circle time offered)
11:30 am–noon - Lunch time as a class
12:00–12:15 pm - Parents pick up for short day dismissal
12:15-1:00 pm - Playground & garden time with friends
1:00 - 2:15 pm - Afternoon work time
2:15–2:30 pm - Parents pick up full-day children
2:30–5:30 pm - Aftercare available
Afternoon naps are offered to Primary students.
Primary students enjoy a variety of weekly activities, including art, music, sports, library, and language classes in Spanish and Mandarin Chinese.
401 North Fairview Avenue, Suite #1, Goleta, California 93117, United States
Montessori Center School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.