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Our Montessori playgroups enrich children's social, emotional, and cognitive learning by providing a nurturing environment where they can explore and engage with others through hands-on activities. These playgroups encourage independence, foster emotional development through collaboration, and promote cognitive growth with thoughtfully designed tasks that stimulate curiosity and critical thinking.
Learning Through Play
The Montessori Play Group is a daily class for ages 15 months-4 years that has 2 options for enrollment to best suit the needs of your family. We have a 2 hour option that runs from 10am-12pm or a 4 hour option that runs from 8:30am-12:30pm. Each session immerses children in learning through Montessori language, math and practical life activities, fine motor skill development, art, music, dramatic play and STEM activities.
Following The Childs Lead
A specialized program that has a small group size to allow for following the lead of each child’s interests and development.
Socialization Skills
The play group will give plenty of opportunity for making friendships and gaining social skills through circle times, snack time, collaborative projects and activities. The play group is also a great way to complement a home school program to add in socialization and enrichment programs with a steady group of familiar friends.
Parent Support
We believe it truly takes a village in raising a child, so we want to be there as your village and help support your family! We will include ways to help support learning at home and provide resources for learning about child development. We also will host various events throughout the year where parents will be invited to view their child’s learning and progress.
Experienced Leaders
Our program leaders, Vittoria and Katie, both have 10+ years of working with children along with a BA in psychology, Vittoria is currently working on a Masters Degree in Early Childhood and has a background in Montessori, Reggio Emilla, Nature School and Waldorf philosophy.
Play Group Enrollment Process:
We are rolling admissions!
1. Schedule a meet and greet session: Email to set up a meet and greet appointment to see the space and answer any questions you have.
2. Choose days and program length: We can discuss what play group days will be the best fit for your child and what availability we have since we do keep our play groups small. You can enroll in 2, 3 or 5 days. This gives parents flexibility in those that want more structured weeks for their child to prepare them for school or just would like a smaller number of classes per week to ease their child into structured settings.
3. Complete paperwork: We ask for a 6 month commitment so that your child can experience the full benefits of the program. Some time is needed for adjustment for the child and observation from our guides to then learn about your child's individual interests and learning styles.
September 2025-2026 Tuition:
*based on 4 week month
2 Hours
10am-12pm
2 Days: $480 per month
3 Days: $672 per month
5 Days: $960 per month
2 Days: $864 per month
3 Days: $1200 per month
5 Days: $1680 per month
4 Hours
8:30am-12:30pm
Our program includes:
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Structured play group session that includes 45-60 minute independent choice time where children choose activities that have been prepared on shelves and receive individualized lessons from guides.
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Plenty of opportunity for social skills and social emotional development
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Daily enrichment curriculum
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Daily updates including pictures
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Detailed observation reports in all areas of development
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Monthly newsletters that has parent education, tips and activities that you can do at home with your child to complement what we are working on.
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Accommodations for those working with early intervention and/or have IEP's
Daily Schedule:
*subject to change to meet needs of children
2 Hours
10am-10:15am: Circle Time
10:15-10:45: Snack Prep, Eat, Self Care Time
10:45-11:20: Independent Choice Time & Lessons
11:30: Enrichment Activity of Day or outdoor time
12:00: Pick Up
Enrichment Classes
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Spanish
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Yoga & Mindfulness
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Science/Geography Activities
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Music & Movement
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Process Art
4 Hours
8:30-Drop off
8:45-9:45 Outdoor Time (Slater Park)
9:45: Self Care (potty break, hand washing, shoes and jackets in cubby)
overlap with 2 hour program group
10:00-10:15: Circle Time
10:15-10:45: Snack Prep & Eat
10:45-11:20: Independent Choice Time & Lessons
11:30: Enrichment Activity of Day or outdoor time
End of Overlap
12:00: Lunch
12:30: Pick Up
Location & Contact:
To learn more and/or to book a tour and information session please email us at:
thebloominglotuscenter@gmail.com
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Program Location:
637 Armistice Boulevard
Pawtucket, RI 02861