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  • 714 Bates St. Jacksonville, NC
2 to 3 years

Stepping Stones

The routines of everyday living are the foundation of our Stepping Stones Toddler program. Activities promote independence, order, coordination, and concentration, as well as support social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

Stepping Stone Program

A day full of discoveries and knowledge

  1. Self-care: washing, dressing, toileting, and eating, according to each child’s individual capacity
  2. Care of the environment: cleaning, food preparation and food service; plant care and animal care
  3. Large-motor activities (indoors and out): walking, climbing, running, jumping, balancing, climbing steps, and more
  4. Fine-motor skills: reaching, grasping, picking up objects, transferring objects, using tools and utensils, doing art work
  5. Language: naming objects, describing actions and intentions, discussing pictures, conversation, music, and singing
  6. Social skills: developing manners through interactions with peers, teachers, and adult-led small group games

Montessori Stepping Stones Overview

In a Montessori Stepping Stones Classroom, the philosophy of "Learning through Play" is central, emphasizing how children can organically comprehend their environment while nurturing vital social and cognitive abilities.
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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. 

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

Secondary

Ages 12-14
$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

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