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.
"We always knew that our daughter’s curiosity and tenacity led her to love exploration and learning, but since she’s been with The Portland Montessori School we've seen her develop personally in ways we hadn't imagined. She is all the better for the love, respect, friendship and encouragement she receives there."
"The outdoor play area offered at The Portland Montessori School is by far the best we saw in the city, and is a daily source of inspiration for imaginative play for our son. It is a beautiful, secluded-feeling wonderland and the children use it daily, rain or shine!"
"I have taught in public schools for the past ten years, including six years in kindergarten, and I can attest that Montessori is different, special, and provides an optimum setting for children's growth and development."
"Our son sincerely loves his guide, who shows him authentic kindness, warmth, and non-judgmental acceptance. Under her guidance, he has become a self-directed, competent, and curious learner who cares about the world and others around him."
"As parents, our ultimate goal is for our child to make independent, healthy and confident choices so he can be a happy and productive person wherever he is in life. We are thankful he is with Miss Jennifer's elementary class and The Portland Montessori School community, where he is developing those traits."