Discover!   Explore!   Challenge!

Woodside Montessori’s Summer Program, each day’s plan includes a balance of group projects/games and times when children can make their own choice of activity. Each week’s theme includes a component of learning/inquiry — we think and play!

Our program offers a relaxed yet stimulating setting in which children can grow cognitively, emotionally, and socially. Each week’s program is designed to work equally well as a stand-alone experience or as part of a summer-long adventure.

We welcome the addition of children who do not attend Woodside Montessori’s school year program, as this adds to the richness of our community. Join us for summer fun!

Preschool: Ages 2.9 years – 6 years

The preschool summer program – Discover!- has a structure similar to our school-year preschool program. It is led by one of our year-round Montessori teachers. The summer program is more recreationally focused than the school-year program, but still focuses on hands-on learning, social, emotional, language development, and fun!

The children are cooking, reading, singing, running, making friends, and learning something new every day!

Our one & two week sessions include the following selections: 

• Growing Green
• Oceans Ahoy
• Creative Cooking for Kids!
• Life Cycles:  Insects/ Butterflies/ Frogs
• Budding Builders!
• Montessori Orientation!

Elementary: Ages 7-12

The elementary summer program -Explore!- students experience an interactive program that encourages curiosity, problem solving skills, and confidence.  While forming new friendships, they will continue to develop academic skills in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Students have ample time to enjoy the summer with the discovery and play that it brings. Students enrolling in Explore! sessions must have completed first grade. 

Our sessions include the following selections:

• Lego Robotics
• Rocketry
• Papermaking & Photography

Note: Due to the complexity and stimulating nature of our elementary programs—these sessions are designed for two weeks!

Important information

Download a registration form here

Summer Hours
Extended Day
Deposit/Tuition Policy
Limited Enrollment Policy
Health Forms
Emergency Release Form
Paperwork
Medical Insurance
Staff

Summer Hours
All summer sessions are from 9AM - 2PM. Additional care hours are available through
our extended day program.

Extended Day
Woodside Montessori Academy offers childcare before and after the summer
program for a charge of $8.00 per hour.

Extended Day Times: 8-9 AM & 2-5:30 PM

As with all the summer programs, Woodside reserves the right to cancel extended
day due to lack of enrollment.

Deposit/Tuition Policy
A nonrefundable deposit of $50 per child, per session must be submitted along with
your child’s application. This deposit will be applied to your tuition. The balance is due one week before the start of the first session.

Withdrawal or cancellation prior to the first day of the summer program for any reason will result in a full refund less the nonrefundable deposit of $50 per child per session. All withdrawals and cancellations must be made in writing and received prior to the first day of camp. Withdrawals and cancellations after the first day of the summer program will result in forfeit of the entire tuition amount because of the staff having been hired in advance. Cancellation or withdrawal from camp for serious medical reasons, once the program has commenced, must be submitted in writing with a note from the attending physician and any refunds will be made on a pro-rated basis.

Limited Enrollment Policy
In order to ensure both effective student/instructor ratio and a quality learning environment, Woodside will continue the policy of limiting the number of students in each program. Applications will be accepted until the first day of the session. However, early enrollment is strongly recommended, as applications are accepted on a space available basis. Woodside Montessori Academy reserves the right to cancel any program, including extended day, due to lack of enrollment.

Health Forms
A physician examination from within the last year along with proof of state required immunization records is required prior to admittance to the summer program. A blank form will be provided although most physicians have their own form which is acceptable. This physician form and proof of immunization must be received prior to the start of the summer program; students will not be allowed to participate unless this health information has been received. These forms are on file for students that attended Woodside Montessori Academy during the past school year.

Emergency Release Form
A parent or guardian must give Woodside Montessori Academy permission to secure proper emergency medical treatment if necessary. The emergency form must be received prior to the start of the summer program; students will not be allowed to participate unless this emergency form has been received. These forms are on file for students that attend Woodside Montessori Academy during the school year, if your contact information is different during the summer please update your file with the office.

Paperwork
All forms must be returned to the school prior to the start of the summer program. The forms required are outlined below and can be downloaded.

Emergency Information Form

Proof of Physical Examination (Health Form Report from Doctors office accepted)

Immunization Form (Health Form Report from Doctors office accepted)

Developmental History (for children ages 3 to 6)

Medical Insurance
Woodside Montessori Academy does not provide medical insurance for any students. In the event of an illness or injury requiring treatment, hospitalization, and/or surgery, family medical insurance must be used.

Staff
Our highly qualified Montessori certified faculty are key to Woodside Montessori Academy’s mission of providing students with an optimal learning environment and experience. We extend the same values and commitment to our summer session students. The Experience Summer Project staff, lead by Kathleen Gasbarro, Head of School, includes Montessori certified head teachers.

All of our senior staff members are certified in CPR and first-aid.