MONTESSORI PROGRAM
Verified by the American Montessori Society, our Montessori program upholds the highest standards through certified teachers, multi-age classrooms, and a prepared environment with hands-on materials.
Children learn through self-directed work and uninterrupted work periods, fostering independence, focus, and respect. At Chiang Kai Shek College Southmont Campus, we provide a high-quality, internationally aligned Montessori education for your child.
Montessori Toddler Program
18 months to 2.11 years old
The CKSC Toddler Program, designed for children aged 18 months to 2.11 years old, nurtures each child’s natural drive for independence within a carefully prepared, child-sized environment. In a calm and supportive class of 15 children, guided by a Montessori-certified teacher and assistant, toddlers engage in meaningful, hands-on experiences that build confidence, coordination, concentration, and language.
Montessori Early Childhood Program
3 to 5.11 years old
The CKSC Early Childhood Program (Casa) serves children aged 3 to 5.11 years old in a mixed-age classroom that fosters collaboration, independence, and leadership. With a maximum of 30 students and a 1:8 teacher-student ratio, each child receives guided support within a nurturing Montessori environment.
Mission, Vision and Values
- Mission
- To provide the leadership, standards, and resources to advance Montessori as a research-validated, enduring model for education.
- Vision
- Equitable access to high-quality Montessori education for children worldwide.
- Values
- Community | Excellence | Innovation | Integrity | Respect
Philosophy
- ⭐️ Each child is recognized as a unique and valued individual.
- ⭐️ Children thrive in a nurturing, well-prepared, and engaging environment.
- ⭐️ Children develop coordination, order, independence, and concentration (COIC).
- ⭐️ With structured freedom, Montessori materials empower children to self-correct.
- ⭐️ Encourages children to become active and curious learners.
- ⭐️ Montessori classrooms reflect a family-like structure, fostering a strong sense of community and support.
Benefits of Montessori Education
Enrolling in the CKSC Montessori Program provides children with a distinctive and enriching educational experience grounded in authentic Montessori principles, complemented by a robust multilingual curriculum. Beyond hands-on, self-directed learning that cultivates independence, confidence, and critical thinking, children are immersed in multiple languages, strengthening their communication skills, cognitive development, and cultural awareness.
This powerful combination not only builds strong academic foundations but also equips learners with the adaptability, global perspective, and lifelong love for learning needed to thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Inside the Montessori Classroom
Inside a Montessori Toddler and Casa (Early Childhood) classroom, children learn in a thoughtfully prepared environment designed to support independence, curiosity, and growth. The space is calm, orderly, and child-centered, with child-sized furniture and accessible materials that allow children to move freely and choose their activities with confidence. Hands-on materials are carefully arranged across learning areas such as Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, and Mathematics, guiding children from concrete experiences toward deeper understanding.
Equally important is the prepared adult, who observes, guides, and supports each child’s learning rather than directing it. Lessons are presented with clarity and respect, then the child is given the freedom to explore at their own pace. Through this balance of structure and freedom, children develop independence, confidence, and essential life skills in an environment where they are empowered to learn, grow, and flourish.
A Parent-Child Class
The Parent & Child Class is a special opportunity for families to step into the Montessori classroom and experience their child’s learning firsthand. Children proudly share their favorite and current work, giving parents a meaningful glimpse into their daily experiences. They may also invite their parents to a simple tea party or snack, thoughtfully prepared by the children themselves.
This enriching experience strengthens the parent-child bond, builds confidence and independence, and allows parents to truly appreciate their child’s growth within the Montessori environment—making it a memorable and reassuring part of your child’s journey with us.
Why Choose The CKS College
Montessori Education
- Full-time bilingual Montessori program. Develops language skills through immersive, real-world experiences.
- Certified Montessori teachers. Experts in early childhood education who foster independence, curiosity, and problem-solving.
- Verified by the American Montessori Society. Upholds the highest Montessori standards.
- Active Parent Engagement. Real-time progress updates through the Transparent Classroom App.
- Full-day program availability. Provides a comprehensive learning experience.
- Purposefully designed learning spaces. Classrooms and outdoor areas support key developmental milestones.
