Give Them The Best, An Education for Life
The Montessori Academy at Edison Lakes
Early Childhood Program
ages three to six years
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The Early Childhood programs is designed for a multi-age group where students learn to explore, move and interact socially. Motor coordination and perceptual skills are learned through activities that promote movement, while language skills grow through vocabularly enrichment and socializing opportunities. The child-centered environment is structured to the pace and interests of three- to six-year-olds and gives them freedom to explore and experience with sensory materials. Children are free to choose their own activities working alone or in small groups. The Early Childhood Program provides children with the foundation for a successful school experience.
Half Day for Ages Three to Six Years:
Morning classes meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Afternoon classes meet Monday through Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Early Childhood CASA Program
for children ages three through six years
CASAFor children spending a larger portion of their day away from home, we offer The Casa Program, a Montessori Early Childhood prepared environment. The children work at their appropriate academic levels, participate in group activities, and come together for social games and home-like projects in a relaxed environment.

Following a morning work cycle, the students enjoy a relaxing lunch and recess period.
The mid-day session includes an extended work cycle for the Kindergarten-age child, while the younger ones have time for relaxing work as well as a quiet rest period. The late-day period brings the multi-age group back together for expanded activities and projects. Children are engaged in a nurturing, stimulating environment that provides consistency and security as they learn to work and play with others.

The CASA Program is also open on non-class days, such as parent conference and staff in-service days, but is closed for federal and major school holidays. There is also a Spring Break Camp and Summer Camp option for the students, which are both directed by Montessori staff.



Full Day CASA Program for Ages Three through Kindergarten:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.,
with an option to add 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
CASA Class

summer sunshine camp
A Camp for Early Childhood Students
Ages 3 years 6 months (on June 1) to age 6 years
Or currently enrolled at TMA


Summer Camp dates: June 16 – Aug 8 for children ages 3-6.
We will offer 2 week sessions.
Choose from half-day morning sessions or full day options.
Class time: Half day 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. or full day 8:30 – 4:30.
Hours including before and aftercare will be available from 8:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Session themes will be announced soon!

• Enriched enjoyable summer program
• Montessori hands-on approach to learning
• A safe friendly indoor/outdoor environment
• Inspiring and fun themes
• Experienced Montessori professionals
The Montessori Academy at Edison Lakes
530 East Day Road • Mishawaka, Indiana 46545
Phone 574/256-5313 • Fax 574/256-5493 • www.tma-el.org
Webmaster contact: m.sheetz@mchsi.com