Montessori universe

09:30 – 10:00 | Arrival and Free Play

• Students arrive, acclimate to the environment, and prepare their belongings;
• They engage in free play, which helps them relax and get ready for the day.

10:00 – 10:30 | Breakfast

10:30 – 12:00 | Independent Work Time („Work Cycle“)

Students independently choose activities from different educational zones:

• Practical life (e.g., washing hands, cleaning dishes);
• Sensorial activities (colors, shapes, textures);
• Language and communication (reading books, recognizing letters);
• Mathematics (counting, manipulative games);
• Cultural education (nature, music, art).

The teacher does not instruct directly, but observes and provides guidance only when needed.

12:00 – 13:00 | Outdoor Activities (Playtime in the Yard, Nature Walks)

Free time in fresh air includes:

• Physical exercises (sometimes yoga classes);
• Nature observation;
• Group games.

13:00 – 13:30 | Light Snack and Rest

13:30 – 14:30 | Quiet Time (Rest or Silent Activities)

• Students quietly look through books, draw, or do clay modeling.

14:30 – 15:15 | Lunch

15:15 – 17:00 | Thematic Activities and Projects

Group or individual projects involving:

• Art and music;
• Scientific experiments;
• Geography and cultural activities.

17:00 – 17:30 | Afternoon Snack

17:30 – 18:15 | End-of-Day Reflection and Departure

• Students gather their belongings, tidy up the space, and prepare to go home.