During a visit, visitors walk through the school while exploring and observing classrooms. Information about IMA’s Montessori and Language Immersion philosophy provided.
Toddler Class (15 mo- 2.5 yrs): IMA’s Toddler Program is led by an English speaking Montessori teacher and is supported by Spanish and Mandarin speaking assistants. The lead teacher guides the toddlers towards readiness for our Montessori Primary program.
For toddlers to enter a toddler classroom, IMA requires children to be able to walk independently. The benefits of being able to walk independently allows toddlers the ability to be able to participate and engage in all parts of the educational environment such as moving around the classroom freely, selecting works, walking to the bathroom, and walking to the playground.
Chinese Bilingual Primary Class (2.5 yrs- 6 yrs): A lead Montessori trained teacher instructs students exclusively in English. The classroom assistant speaks Mandarin and will instruct and interact with the students in this language at all times.
(2.5 yrs. to 6 yrs.)
exclusively in English. The classroom assistant speaks Spanish and will instruct and interact with the students in this language at all times.
