Our Lower Elementary Level program is a three year plan of studies for children between the ages of 6 and 9 . Our Upper Elementary Level program is a three year plan of studies for children between the ages of 9 and 13. We follow a traditional Montessori curriculum and philosophy. Elementary students in what Montessori referred to as “the second plane of development” typically can be characterized by their reasoning minds; their ability to abstract and imagine; and their passion for research and hands-on exploration. The Montessori School of the Finger Lakes day and the learning environment are organized and structured carefully to allow for sufficient work time and to provide access to the materials needed for in-depth study and investigation. Students tend to work in small groups on a variety of projects, building skills and achieving the mastery and confidence they will one day need as productive and contributing citizens. Kindergarten class begins at 8:10 and ends at 1:30 pm. First grade and up begins at 8:10 am and ends at 2:10 pm. Bus transportation is available through surrounding school districts. MSFL offers extended day starting at 7:30 am and ending at 4:00pm for an additional fee.
