Toddler Program | The International Montessori School of Beijing

Toddler Program

[18 months - 3 years ]

A SOLID START

MSB’s approach to education means small class sizes and low student-adult ratios. Our classes are capped at 22 children and adhere to a student-adult ratio of just 4:1 in Toddler, 6:1 in Early Childhood and 8:1 in Elementary and Middle School.

Children are immersed in a bilingual environment that alternates freely between English and Chinese. Here, children may master key vocabulary in both languages in preparation for entry into the Dual Language Program or the English-only Program.
The classroom is divided into different working areas and teachers will carefully choose unique learning materials for each area.

The Preschool Montessori curriculum is comprised of five traditional areas: Practical Life, Sensorial (includes geometry), Language, Math and Culture. Throughout the year, our teachers continuously observe and record the children’s progress in each area, carefully documenting their individual levels of understanding to better guide their learning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do children learn in the Early Childhood program?

The 3-6 stage covers the five Montessori areas: practical life, sensorial, mathematics, language, and culture, with an emphasis on independence, concentration, language and social skills.

Does my child need prior experience to join?

No. Montessori classrooms are built on self-chosen work; teachers guide each child with materials suited to their stage of development.

How does the program prepare children for elementary school?

In the final year teachers focus on language, mathematics and work habits, and coordinate with elementary teachers for a smooth transition.