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  • 714 Bates St. Jacksonville, NC
12 to 14 years

Secondary

Adolescent or Secondary Programs work with the developmental essence of adolescents to help them live full, vital lives.

Montessori Secondary Program

A day of self-exploration and expanding horizons

  1. Physical: Adolescents experience a period of tremendous physical and neurological growth.
  2. Emotional: They experience self-awareness and self-criticism, emotional ups and downs, and egocentrism. They feel an increased desire for autonomy, along with a susceptibility to peer pressure. It is a time characterized by a tendency toward courage and creativity.
  3. Social: Adolescents seek solidarity with peers and crave greater independence from adults as they establish their own identity. They are concerned with human welfare and dignity, and may exhibit novelty-seeking and risk-taking behaviors as a response to a tendency to express courage and creativity.
  4. Cognitive: Adolescents are critical thinkers who persistently ask “why.” They are creative, and have the ability to reason and debate.
Montessori Secondary Program

Montessori Secondary Overview

In a Montessori Secondary Classroom, the adolescent program emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning while offering academically challenging advanced courses in language arts, mathematics, sciences, and social studies. Students build a classroom community, partaking in governance and leadership experiences. They also explore the natural world, fostering environmental respect, and gain real-world insight through micro-economic ventures, developing and managing businesses to understand currency. The program prioritizes responsible and ethical technology use, with most of the school day dedicated to interactive learning activities, encouraging peer-to-peer and student-teacher engagement for a well-rounded educational experience.
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Personal Items List

So that your toddler is ready for his/her first day we are requesting the following personal items be brought to the school as indicated in the PDF to the right.

Tuition

Please call or e-mail us with questions on our various programs. Tuition listed below is annual and can be paid in full or in 10 or 12 monthly installments. 

Stepping Stones

Ages 2-3
$8300 / year
  • 5 Days A Week
  • Full Day Program
    8am - 3pm

Primary

Ages 3-6
$7800 / year
  • 5 Days A Week
  • Full Day Program
    7:45am - 2:45pm

Elementary

Ages 6-12
$7800 / year
  • 5 Days A Week
  • Full Day Program
    7:30am - 2:30pm

Annual School and Supply Fee

non-refundable;  First Child – $700; Sibling Discount per Student – $425

Aftercare Programs

Only Available for Primary, Elementary, and Secondary (Adolescent).

Montessori Aftercare Program

Aftercare for After hours

The MCS Aftercare Program provides a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Children participate in outdoor play, arts and crafts, free playtime, and other projects and activities. The program incorporates characteristics of a Montessori environment such as freedom of choice, respect, exploration, movement, and consistency. 

Program Time Cost
Aftercare
Class til 4:15pm EST
$1500
Extended Aftercare
Class until 5:30pm EST
$3000

(Aftercare +$1500 for a total of $3000)

Note: $10 late pick-up fee

Enroll Now!

Our admissions process at Montessori Children’s School is thoughtful and thorough. We invite you to review our admissions process and see if you find us a good fit for your child and family. It is important that you also attend a guided tour of our campus.

Happy Spring Break!

Montessori Children’s School & the MCS Office is closed for Spring Break from Mon., March 25- Fri., March 29, 2024.  The Office will reopen on Mon., April 1, 2024 and students return on Tues., April 2, 2024.  

Please feel free to email admin@mcsjax.org 
and we will return any emails on April 1st

ATTENTION MCS FAMILIES/STAFF:

Due to the risk of severe weather, mcs will operate on a slightly earlier than half-day schedule for tuesday, 1/9/24. The early release schedule will be as follows:

ELEMENTARY – 11:15AM

PRIMARY – 11:30AM

STEPPING STONES – 11:45AM

*NO AFTER CARE ON 1/9/24

WE WILL FOLLOW UP WITH ANY UPDATES

Happy Spring Break!

Montessori Children’s School & the MCS Office is closed for Spring Break from Mon., March 25- Fri., March 29, 2024.  The Office will reopen on Mon., April 1, 2024 and students return on Tues., April 2, 2024.  

Please feel free to email admin@mcsjax.org 
and we will return any emails on April 1st