Our preschool classroom serves children between about 2yrs. 9 months and kindergarten entry. The group size varies between 10 and 14 children with an educator/child ratio of between 1:5 and 1:7. Dr. Montessori saw this age as a particularly sensitive one for absorbing information. The preschool curriculum is designed to engage each child in activities and with materials that explore age appropriate content in the areas of literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, the arts and technology. Our preschool teachers use materials and toys that embody the Montessori values of independence and learning through experimenting, and develop their ability to focus and concentrate with the teacher offering guidance and encouragement.