After School Care
The Portland Montessori School offers flexible and affordable after school enrichment programs that keep children engaged in fun and creative activities when the workday for parents extends beyond school hours. We always maintain a minimum 10:1 ratio of students to caregivers.
AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT
Our after school enrichment program runs five days a week, from 3 PM to 5 PM. During this time, children have more time outside, more snack, and fun activities in our flexible studio classroom space. After care is run by classroom assistants and program support staff.
ENROLLING IN AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT
After care programs are offered on a first come, first served basis. Parents sign up for these programs when enrolling in the program, or their preferences are rolled over to the following year. All families have the option to opt-in or out of this service.
When a program is full, we create a waiting list. If openings become available, we fill them from this list. Should you find you need care after the school year has started, we encourage you to contact the Director of Admissions about availability.
"My second grade daughter, in her fifth year with The Portland Montessori School, constantly surprises me with the lessons she brings home. Last week, after the whole class spent 3 days in Opal Creek, she showed me the impact of a clearcut on a variety of plant and animal species."
"If it's true what Maria Montessori said, that the test of the correctness of an educational approach is the happiness of the child, then this school is succeeding beyond our wildest dreams. Both our boys are so happy to go to school and so proud of their work."
"We've been a part of this amazing community for seven years. Not only are our children getting a fabulous education, but they receive personal care and attention every single day."
"Having entered our third full year at what is now The Portland Montessori School, we have been moved by not only Mr. Curt, whom Beck looks up to a great deal and thinks is the smartest person in the world, but also by the entire staff’s commitment to each child’s development."
"My wife and I can’t thank the school enough for helping not only our son, but also us as we try to provide a consistent learning environment in our home."