Traditional settings are group-driven. Montessori is child-driven — with lessons, materials, and routines intentionally tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Montessori classrooms are intentionally mixed-age and organized in three-year cycles because this mirrors how children learn in the natural world. Younger children learn by observing older peers, while older children deepen their understanding by mentoring, modeling, and leading. Over the three-year cycle, children move from observing to mastering skills, building confidence, independence, and a strong sense of community without comparison or pressure.

At Solstice Montessori, we understand that every child develops at their own pace. Readiness for our program is based on a holistic understanding of your child’s social, emotional, and developmental cues. During our enrollment process, our educators observe how your child engages with peers, navigates new environments, and responds to age-appropriate tasks and transitions.

Rather than focusing on academic benchmarks, we look for indicators of independence, curiosity, and a growing ability to participate in a community setting. These insights help us ensure your child will thrive in a Montessori classroom that emphasizes choice, responsibility, and self-directed learning.

There is parking across the street at the common you may choose to park there and cross at the crosswalk directly in front of the school at 59 Union St. You may also line up on Union St., where a teacher will dismiss the child, one at a time, to the receiving adult. 

Each day begins with a two-hour uninterrupted work cycle, giving children the time and space to concentrate, explore, and master skills. The day is balanced with outdoor play and movement, then returns to focused work again. This natural rhythm supports independence, focus, and joy in learning.

We ask families to pack a lunch each day. The school provides a daily, healthy snack. Please include a reusable water bottle with your child’s name labeled on it.

Yes. We operate from September to June and follow a traditional academic calendar with breaks for holidays, winter break, and spring break. A full calendar will be provided at enrollment.

We follow the Franklin Public School District for weather-related closures and delays. Notifications will be sent via Brightwheel.

We provide regular updates through a Birghtwheel- parent communication app, including daily highlights, reminders, and photos. You’ll also receive monthly newsletters and have scheduled parent-teacher conferences.