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Willow Spring, NC

(919) 639-8388

Opening Hours

Mon - Fri : 8 AM - 4 PM

Montessori Fun, Focus, creativity & independence

“The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to the age of six.”

– Maria Montessori

Open House Feb. 3 from 9 AM - 12 PM

Program and Approach

Learn more about our Montessori Children's House Classroom for ages 3 through 6. Give Your Child the Benefit of a Montessori Education.

Philosophy & Curriculum

The Montessori Curriculum encompasses five key elements to educating children: Practical Life, Sensorial, Cultural, Mathematics & Language.

Our School Day

We have a flow to our school days. Children thrive when they know what to expect and lead each other as they learn and develop with Montessori teaching.

About Country Garden Montessori

Montessori Philosophy

Country Garden Montessori School philosophy & curriculum guide children to freely learn and acquire inner discipline from exposure to both physical and mental order. Kindergarteners & preschoolers developing habits of order, concentration, perseverance and thoroughness established in the early years will provide a confident and competent learner in later years.

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Our Value

Better Future with Montessori

At Montessori, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. Our approach nurtures the whole child, fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. By encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration, we prepare children not just for school, but for a fulfilling life.

To empower each child to reach their full potential and become a confident, compassionate, and lifelong learner who contributes positively to the global community.

To inspire a nurturing, child-centered environment where each child’s natural curiosity and love of learning is cultivated, fostering independence, confidence, and respect for others and respect for the world around them.

Our Curriculum

Learn and Develop Together

Montessori Curriculum encompasses five key elements to educating children.

Practical Life

This area is designed to develop the skill or order, concentration, coordination and independence.

Sensorial

Sensorial materials are designed to isolate sense experience helping children to order their environment.

Cultural

Cultivate cultural interest by fostering a general understanding of our world and their place within it.

Mathematics

Exposed to sequence, order and exactness. Moving from concrete to abstraction with repetition as the key.

Language

Language begins well before reading and includes visual discrimination, rhyming and sequencing.

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Our Teachers

Country Garden Montessori

At Country Garden Montessori School, we foster an environment that promotes children’s independence, self-sufficiency, and passion for learning. Our enriched educational setting caters to the unique needs of each child. Inspired by Maria Montessori’s philosophy, we support the comprehensive development of every child—addressing social, intellectual, emotional, and physical growth, while nurturing the individual spirit. We invite you to visit us and discover the exceptional learning experiences we provide for your children.

Miss Claudia

Owner & Teacher
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Assistant Teacher
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Assistant
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Caring Educators Supporting Your Child's Journey

Our dedicated preschool teachers create a nurturing environment where every child feels safe and valued. We focus on fostering curiosity and a love of learning in each child.

We believe in the power of play and exploration. Our curriculum is designed to engage young minds, encouraging growth through hands-on experiences. Together, we build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and confidence.

Why Choose Us

Different kids, different learning styles

There are several types of learning styles commonly observed in children. Each child may have a dominant learning style or a combination of styles that work best for them. Here are the 3 main types:

Visional Learner

These children learn best by seeing. They understand and retain information better if it’s presented in visual aids such as pictures, diagrams, charts, and written information to understand and retain concepts.

Auditory Learner

Auditory learners understand and retain information best by listening. They benefit from discussions, verbal instructions, music, or storytelling to grasp new ideas.

Tactile or Kinesthetic Learner

Kinesthetic or tactile learners understand best by doing. They prefer hands-on activities, physical movement, and exploration. In a Montessori setting, they thrive with hands-on materials that they can touch, manipulate, and experiment with.

FAQ's

Popular Questions

Our day starts with Circle Time, where we come together as a group. Afterward, the children engage in a variety of lessons during the work period, followed by snack time. If time allows, we continue with a second work cycle. The morning ends with outdoor play on the playground, before dismissal.

Parents take turns providing snacks for the class throughout the school year, on a rotating basis.

Each year varies. But we normally have between 14 – 16 children each day.

The first step is to visit the school. When you're ready to enroll, head to our website and click on the Enrollment tab. Then, select Tuition and go to the enrollment section. Click Enroll, complete the form, and submit the enrollment fee.

Country Garden Montessori School accepts children ages 3 – 6. If a child is 2 ½, is
potty trained and developmentally ready, he/she can enroll.

Montessori promotes self-discipline by encouraging children to make choices, experience natural consequences, and resolve conflicts in a peaceful way, with teacher guidance when needed.

Montessori focuses on child-centered learning. Children are allowed to explore at their own pace, with hands-on materials. Teachers act as guides in following the progress of the child. Montessori fosters independence, creativity, and critical thinking.

Montessori classrooms have mixed-age groups, allowing older children to mentor younger ones, fostering collaboration, empathy, and communication among peers. The age groups are toddler, children’s house (ages 3-6), lower elementary (ages 6-9), upper elementary (ages 9-12), and middle school.

Drop off is between 8:30 and 8:45 in the morning.

Montessori classrooms are designed to accommodate various learning styles. Each child is given individual attention based on their developmental needs. Teachers observe and follow the child so lessons can be adapted to meet the child’s needs.

Testimonials

What Parents Say About Country Garden Montessori

Michelle Hobson
Michelle Hobson
September 18th
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My oldest son William is in his second year with Miss Claudia. He's always been bright and continues to learn amazing things but I've been most impressed with the social skills he's picked up. He is more patient with his younger siblings, he is more receptive of helping with simple chores around the house, and he is better at communicating his feelings since we enrolled him there. I recommend Country Garden Montessori and hope to enroll my triplets there next year.
Amy Senta
Amy Senta
October 5th
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Country Garden Montessori is a hidden gem. The expertise of the owner and teachers is stellar, which has constructed a set of curriculum, pedagogy, and social interactions that are truly based in the foundations of the Montessori method. My two children have grown up at this school and I see Montessori manifest every single day. Do not hesitate to visit this lovely environment!
Brandy Jackson
Brandy Jackson
October 6th
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This is my son's second year. He absolutely loves going to school. He loves all his teachers. He shares his new experiences everyday! Thank you Mrs Claudia and Mrs. Penny
Meda Tilghman Williams
Meda Tilghman Williams
September 5th
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My family loves Country Garden Montessori. The teachers do an excellent job and have created an exciting learning environment. I highly recommend this school.
Laura Blankenship Harper
Laura Blankenship Harper
October 2nd
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My son is in his second year at Country Garden. We are so lucky to have such a wonderful Montessori school here in Johnston County. The teachers are very skilled in the Montessori method. I am thrilled at the progress my son is making in their care and I am confident her will be ready for kindergarten next year.
Erica Rohrer Tyler
Erica Rohrer Tyler
September 2nd
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Country Garden provides a wonderfully fun and caring learning environment with ample time spent outside each and every day. Claudia and Penny are both fantastic teachers who truly put their heart into their work. You can easily see that the children are happy and excited to be there. My two kids have grown leaps and bounds in their confidence, empathy and communication skills thanks to Claudia, Penny, and their time at Country Garden Montessori.
Theresa DiNicola Petti
Theresa DiNicola Petti
September 17th
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My daughter is 4 and started at Country Garden mid school year last year. I have noticed such an improvement in her language and math skills, as well as an increase in her independence. Miss Claudia and Miss Penny are superb in what they do and my daughter can’t wait to go back each day. We plan on attending kindergarten here and know it will give our child a strong foundation to her future academic success.
Bel-Penny Juarez
Bel-Penny Juarez
September 4th
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yes, would always recommend Country Garden Montessori😊
Erin Mountain
Erin Mountain
September 1st
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My daughter has attended Country Garden Montessori for going on three years. I'm constantly amazed at home much she's learned in that time. She comes homes with a new understanding of science, geography, and English, but she also learns how to respect others. I could not recommend Country Garden Montessori and the teachers any higher, they are truly amazing.
Amanda Hurley Blank
Amanda Hurley Blank
September 1st
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Claudia has been a wonderful part of both of my children’s lives
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Opening Hours : Mon - Fri (8am - 4pm)

Our Address : 1418 Mount Pleasant Rd. Willow Spring, NC 27592

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