The Montessori Method












The Montessori teacher assumes a guiding or directing
role and is thus, referred to as the Directress.  The teacher
prepares the environment, demonstrates the correct use of
the materials, observes the progress of the child, and
functions as the exemplar.  It is the child who learns;
motivated through the work itself.  The child is free to learn
because of an acquired "inner discipline" from the
exposure to both physical and mental order.  The
Montessori Method is more than just a method of learning;
it is an approach to life.  

School Day:
The school day begins at 8:45 a.m. Monday through
Friday, and concludes at 11:45 a.m., except for students in
the Extended Day Program who will continue to 2:45 p.m.   
The Extended Day afternoon session are provided for
children approximately five years old who are considered
to be ready for the more advanced Montessori academic
curriculum.  

School Year:
HMS follows the Hampton City School calendar with 181
school days per year.

Note: HMS does not offer pre or post school childcare.  
Curriculum