Our programs – Darwin Montessori

Developing the child’s dormant mind for education and life.

Darwin Montessori Early Learning Centre, 2016

Darwin Montessori Early Learning Centre offers an education for life. Our educational philosophy follows the principles and practices developed by Dr. Maria Montessori. Montessori curriculum is well linked to Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and meets all the principles, practices, and learning outcomes of EYLF.

Babies Group

3 months- 2 years old

08.00am - 11.00am	Outdoor Activities (Flexible Morning Tea).
11.00am - 11.45am	Free exploration in Montessori baby area.
11.45am - 12.00am	Pack away and clean up, ready for lunch (Flexible routine).
12.00pm - 12.30pm	Lunch (Flexible routine).
12.30pm - 02.00pm	Rest, sleep or quiet time (Flexible routine).
02.00pm - 3.15pm	Library/ Role Play/ Project/ Music & Movements (Flexible routine).
3.15pm - 5.15pm	Outdoor Activities (Flexible Afternoon Tea).

Mixed-Aged Group

2 years old – 5 years old

08.00am - 05:15pm

Our program is flexible and adapts to the children's interests it includes: Outdoor Activities (& Flexible Morning Tea) Construction.

Acknowledgement of Country/ Morning group.

Library/Dramatic Play, Project, Music & Movement, Indigenous Study.

Montessori Group Activities (Flexible to children’s interest).

Practical Life & Art & Craft. Sensorial & Puzzles.

Language/ Literacy, Mathematics/ Numeracy, & Cultural Studies.

Rest Time or Quiet Time with Quiet Activities Provided.

Mandarin Session (Second language).

Outdoor Physical Activities (Flexible Afternoon Tea).

Physical Education (3-4 Stations)/ Outdoor Activities.

Cold/Wet Weather

Flexible and adapts the outdoor/indoor play and learning to suit the weather.

Introducing Aboriginal culture in childcare

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Darwin Montessori is a multicultural service, we believe in the uniqueness of every child and their families and respect individual choices, cultures and religions. We collaborate with the wider community, involving in celebrations and supporting agencies.

Australian Aboriginal culture includes a number of practices and ceremonies centered on a belief in the Dreamtime and other mythology. Reverence and respect for the land and oral traditions are emphasised.