Part-Time / Half-Day Program | Atlanta Montessori School
Our Part-Time Montessori school program gives your family the flexibility you need while providing your child with rich, meaningful learning experiences. At Atlanta Montessori International School, we understand that not every family requires full-time care. That's why we created flexible options that let you purchase child care days when you need them most, whether for occasional summer care, school breaks, or an irregular schedule that demands a custom solution.
We invite your family to schedule a tour, and see how we create a joyful school experience.
Welcome to Atlanta Montessori International School.
Our mission is to nurture the potential of the whole child and cultivate the growth of a diverse, international community. We provide a respectful and peaceful Montessori environment that promotes academic excellence. Our curriculum offers children a carefully prepared environment, rich in learning materials and experiences. We invite you to visit us today to see what makes our school so special!
Part-Time Montessori Program Enrollment
Ages Served
6 Weeks to 6 Years
Schedule Options:
Half-Day programs, drop-in care, flex care cards available for purchase in five-day increments
Hours
Half-Day sessions available
Potty Training Required
No for Infant and Toddler programs; yes for Primary students
Curriculum Focus
Our Part-Time program delivers the same high-quality Montessori experience as our full-time offerings. Your little one will engage in Practical Life, Sensorial exploration, Language development, early Mathematics, and Cultural Studies.
Daily Routine
Your child will follow a calm, predictable rhythm with uninterrupted work periods, outdoor play, movement activities, and quiet reflection time. Even on a Part-Time schedule, your child experiences the full benefits of our prepared environment.
Classroom Experience
Our mixed-age classrooms create natural learning communities where younger children observe and learn from older peers. Research shows that children who learn in mixed-age environments tend to show greater kindness and cooperation, and that these social benefits persist even years later.
About Our Part-Time Montessori School Program
Finding the right balance between work, family time, and your child's education can feel overwhelming. Maybe you work from home a few days each week. Maybe your employer offers flexibility that traditional school schedules can't match. Maybe you want your child to experience the benefits of Montessori education without committing to full-time enrollment. We hear you, and we created this program with your family's unique needs in mind. Our Part-Time Montessori school program provides all the nurturing care, expert guidance, and hands-on learning your child deserves on a schedule that actually works for you. Your little one will develop independence, curiosity, and strong foundational skills through carefully designed activities that respect their natural learning rhythm. According to the American Montessori Society, Montessori education focuses on the whole child, fostering vigorous, self-motivated growth in cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development.
From 6 Weeks to 6 Years: Development Support for Every Stage
Every child moves through sensitive periods for learning, and our Part-Time Program is designed to meet your child exactly where they are in that journey. Dr. Maria Montessori believed these sensitive periods create powerful windows of opportunity when your child is ready to develop specific skills. For babies, that means responsive care in calm, prepared spaces where trust and security can grow. For toddlers, it means Practical Life activities that build coordination, independence, and confidence. For Primary students, it means deeper exploration in language, mathematics, culture, and the world around them. Your child is given the time and space to grow at their own pace, guided by careful observation rather than fixed timelines. Whether they attend two days a week or join us during school breaks, each visit builds gently on what they have already experienced and discovered. This balance of consistency and flexibility helps your child feel safe, secure, and ready to thrive.
How Flex Care Cards Work
Our prepaid flex care cards make it easy to plan for quality care before you need it. Simply purchase your card in advance, reserve your child's spot when your schedule calls for extra support, and feel confident knowing they will spend their time in a safe, nurturing learning environment. It is a flexible system designed to take the stress out of last-minute arrangements while giving your family complete control over when and how often your child attends.
Building Independence through Practical Life
Preparing snacks, caring for plants, polishing objects, and organizing materials all strengthen fine motor coordination and concentration. These activities teach your child that they can contribute to their community in purposeful ways. According to the American Montessori Society, concentration, confidence, collaboration, and independence from an early age result in long-term positive outcomes for students' success.
Sensorial Exploration Supports Early Learning
Your child will refine their understanding of the world through carefully designed sensorial materials. As they explore size, shape, color, sound, texture, and patterns, they begin to notice details, make comparisons, and organize their observations. This hands-on work builds the foundation for mathematics, geometry, problem-solving, and scientific thinking. Each material focuses on one specific quality at a time, helping your child concentrate deeply and develop precise observation skills.
Language Development Flourishes Naturally
Language grows naturally through stories, songs, conversations, and phonetic games woven into each day. Your child will explore sounds through sandpaper letters, build words with the moveable alphabet, and gradually progress into writing and reading at their own pace. These hands-on Montessori language experiences help children connect sound, symbol, and meaning in a way that feels concrete and joyful.
Mathematics Becomes Concrete & Clear
Our Montessori materials make abstract mathematical concepts tangible and accessible. Beads, number rods, and golden bead materials help your little one understand quantity, place value, and basic operations through direct manipulation. Because they see and feel math before it becomes abstract, your child develops genuine number sense and lasting confidence.
Cultural Studies Open Windows to the World
Your little learner will naturally wonder about the world beyond their immediate experience. Puzzle maps, nature cards, simple experiments, and age-appropriate stories feed this curiosity. These lessons nurture respect, cultural appreciation, and early scientific thinking.
Part-Time Montessori Program Enrollment & Registration
Ready to learn more about how our flexible options can support your family? Schedule a tour of our Cliff Valley Campus and see our Part-Time program in action. We'll walk you through enrollment details, discuss your specific needs, and help you find the perfect solution for your family.
Why Families Trust Atlanta Montessori International School in Atlanta
Choosing the right school is about finding a place where your child will feel happy, supported, and encouraged to become the very best version of themselves. Families choose Atlanta Montessori International School because we combine authentic Montessori education with a warm, caring community where every child is truly known. Our Montessori-certified Guides take the time to understand your little one, thoughtfully introducing new lessons when they are developmentally ready while nurturing confidence, independence, and a genuine love of learning. Within our peaceful, carefully prepared environments, children feel safe exploring, asking questions, building meaningful relationships, and discovering just how capable they are. Families appreciate that we provide:
- Authentic Montessori learning that helps your child grow with confidence, independence, and curiosity.
- Certified Montessori Guides who understand your child's strengths and support their individual journey.
- A global school community representing more than 53 countries.
- Peaceful, prepared classrooms where children feel safe exploring and making choices.
- Cognia Accreditation and Bright from the Start licensing for added parent confidence.
- 98% of our students meet or exceed national school readiness benchmarks.
- Secure Campuses supported by Secure Education Consultants, founded by former U.S. Secret Service agents.
- Strong family communication through updates, events, newsletters, and ongoing partnership.
- This thoughtful combination of academic excellence and developmental support gives families confidence that their children will thrive as whole people, not just students.
A Private Montessori School Serving Atlanta
Visit our Campuses across the Atlanta area. We serve families at both our Cliff Valley and Druid Hills locations, each offering unique programs designed to meet your child's developmental needs. Our Montessori approach can make a lasting difference in your child's life. Schedule a tour today to learn more and become part of our vibrant school community.
Other Montessori Programs Available at Our Locations
Our Young Children's Community provides a gentle introduction to Montessori education for infants and toddlers. Beautiful, prepared spaces support early development through sensorial exploration, practical life activities, and responsive care.
Our Primary program offers a comprehensive Montessori experience where children build strong academic foundations through hands-on materials in language, mathematics, cultural studies, and practical life.
Our Elementary program challenges students through project-based learning, collaborative research, and continued Montessori materials that move from concrete to abstract thinking.
Our Digital Citizenship program applies Dr. Maria Montessori's proven techniques for fostering independence and critical thinking to online interactions and device use. Our Elementary students learn essential skills, including online safety and privacy, and making healthy decisions about digital media use.
Summer Camp extends learning through the warm months with engaging activities, outdoor exploration, and continued Montessori principles.
Other Montessori Programs Available at Our Locations
Our Young Children's Community provides a gentle introduction to Montessori education for infants and toddlers. Beautiful, prepared spaces support early development through sensorial exploration, practical life activities, and responsive care.
Our Primary program offers a comprehensive Montessori experience where children build strong academic foundations through hands-on materials in language, mathematics, cultural studies, and practical life.
Our Elementary program challenges students through project-based learning, collaborative research, and continued Montessori materials that move from concrete to abstract thinking.
Our Digital Citizenship program applies Dr. Maria Montessori's proven techniques for fostering independence and critical thinking to online interactions and device use. Our Elementary students learn essential skills, including online safety and privacy, and making healthy decisions about digital media use.
Summer Camp extends learning through the warm months with engaging activities, outdoor exploration, and continued Montessori principles.
Testimonials
Ekanem A.
May 6, 2025
AMIS is a wonderful school. I had heard about Montessori Schools online and thankfully found one close to our home. The first thing I noticed was how welcoming the community was. The Class leads, head of school and everyone were always available, happy and most importantly friendly. We noticed a great difference in our daughter after a few months. She was more articulate and expressed interest in doing chores around the house. She would make our beds, ask to do dishes and clean up after herself. There were many activities she engaged in at school - flower making, arts and crafts and for international day she learnt about Indian culture. I like the fact that AMIS has snacks available for the kids as well as Fruit daily. I will suggest the school works on the cleanliness of the potty - I suggested the use of the class leads helping little children set up disposable seat liners when they have to go especially for the girls. My daughter caught molluscum contagious while at AMIS. The nap time cots and liners hygiene could also be improved. I suggest having each child purchase their own liner with a name tag when they join the school which they can take home each week with heir blankets to wash and return. Overall I would recommend the school to others. It is a good school.
Felicia O.
April 29, 2025
Daycare at AMIS has been invaluable to my child's growth. He comes home every day knowing something new. I also feel an intense sense of community. We love AMIS!
Ishan P.
February 18, 2025
New management is a welcome change. I appreciate their proactive communication and thoughtful leadership
Cedric C.
December 10, 2024
The staff and definitely Mr Tiffany from Nova seeker she is a blessing
Sydney M.
December 3, 2024
the communication and teachers.
David E.
May 27, 2024
It has provided a stable environment for my daughters to be challenged, grow, and stay to thrive as students, friends, and people.
Hima S.
November 6, 2023
Love the environment
Dayana G.
June 26, 2023
The kindness of my co-workers.
Dipti A.
March 27, 2023
Good faculty, good resources and great teaching methodology
Chelsea Y.
March 13, 2023
The teachers and caring staff
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Part-Time Montessori School Program
Our program provides genuine Montessori education, not just supervision. Children work with carefully designed materials that build specific skills and support natural development. Montessori-trained Guides observe each child and introduce lessons at the right developmental moment. According to the American Montessori Society, this approach fosters concentration, confidence, collaboration, and independence from an early age, resulting in long-term positive outcomes.
Schedule a Tour
See how our part-time Montessori school program combines flexibility with exceptional early education. Schedule your tour at our Cliff Valley Campus and discover how our Montessori approach can make a lasting difference in your child's life. Contact us today to learn more and become part of our vibrant school community.