Education For Everyone
Full Time Montessori
Ballinteer Montessori School, located in the heart of Dublin 14, is a leading provider of early childhood education, offering full-time places for children aged 2 to 5. Our commitment to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment ensures that every child receives the attention, care, and guidance necessary for a strong educational foundation.
With a focus on the Montessori philosophy, we empower children to explore, learn, and develop independently while respecting their individual pace and interests. Our professional and passionate team of educators works closely with each child to cultivate cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development, setting the stage for lifelong learning.
Full Time Montessori Snapshot
8:00am - 9:00am
Meet & Greet
Children and parents are welcomed by the educators and reconnect with one another.
9:10am - 10:20am
Let's get Started!
Children choose which materials/equipment to play with which includes Free-play, Montessori, and Group Activities.
10:20am - 10:30am
Tidy Up
Children and adults collaborate
10:30am - 11:30am
Let's go Outside!
Children go out into the garden to play!
11:30am - 12:00pm
Looking after Me & Others
Hand washing routine and empahsis on overall good hygiene practises.
Rotation of children to help distribute lunches whiich have an emphasis on healthy eating
1:00pm - 1:30pm
Pre Montessori Lunch
Pre Montessori Lunch & hand washing routine
1:30pm - 2:00pm
Montessori Lunch
Montessori Lunch & hand washing routine
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Pre Montessori Sleep
Staff observation every 10 minutes + monitor
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Outdoor Play
Children go out into the garden to play!
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Freeplay & Circle Time
Involves creative play, roleplay, sensory play, constructive play, alongside music, dance, drama, and stories.
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Dinnertime
Hand washing routine and dinner time
4:00pm-5:00pm
Outdoor play
Children go out into the garden to play!
5:00pm-5:45pm
Story time
Lets read a story!
5:45pm-6:00pm
Tidy Up
Children and adults collaborate
6:00pm
Hometime
Gather our coats and bags and time to go home.
Full-Time Places for Ages 2 to 5
Ballinteer Montessori School offers full-time childcare and education for children from 2 to 5 years old. Our structured yet flexible programme accommodates busy family schedules while providing a rich, immersive learning experience.
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Toddlers (2–3 years): Focus on language development, fine motor skills, and social interaction.
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Pre-Preschool (3–4 years): Emphasis on early literacy, numeracy, and hands-on exploration through Montessori materials.
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Preschool (4–5 years): Preparation for primary school, including reading readiness, problem-solving, and confidence-building activities.
Montessori Curriculum at Ballinteer Montessori School
The Montessori curriculum is designed to develop children’s natural curiosity and intrinsic motivation to learn. Our classrooms are carefully structured with age-appropriate learning materials, encouraging self-directed learning, concentration, and creativity.
Key Curriculum Features:
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Practical Life Skills: Activities that develop independence, coordination, and responsibility.
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Sensorial Education: Tools and exercises that refine children’s perception and understanding of the world.
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Mathematics and Numeracy: Hands-on materials introduce basic concepts in a tangible, engaging manner.
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Language Development: Early reading, writing, and vocabulary building through interactive lessons and storytelling.
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Cultural Studies: Exposure to geography, history, and natural sciences to cultivate curiosity and awareness.
A Focus on Emotional and Social Development
At Ballinteer Montessori School, we understand that emotional intelligence is as important as academic skills.
Our approach promotes:
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Self-Regulation: Helping children understand and manage their emotions.
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Empathy and Cooperation: Encouraging collaborative play and respect for others.
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Confidence Building: Providing opportunities for children to make choices and succeed independently.
Facilities Designed for Learning and Play
Our school offers safe, well-resourced classrooms, outdoor play areas, and activity zones, specifically designed to promote exploration and learning.
Key features include:
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Bright, organised classrooms equipped with Montessori materials.
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Outdoor play areas that encourage physical activity and connection with nature.
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Creative zones for arts, music, yoga, and sensory activities.
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Quiet corners for reflection, reading, or individual activities.
