Parent & Child Program A Montessori “Mommy and Me” Program
Our Parent and Child (Mommy and Me) program gives parents and children a time to discover the Montessori approach together. With the help from our experienced teachers, you and your child will explore Montessori materials, gain insights into child development, and connect with other families. Whether you are new to Montessori or looking to deepen your understanding, this program offers an enriching experience for both you and your child.
Why Choose the Parent and Child Program?
In our Parent and Child sessions, you will watch your child explore and try new things. As your child uses Montessori materials and plays with other children. you will see their confidence and joy grow. These sessions create happy memories that you can share together.
Each session includes up to eight families with children close in age. You will join a welcoming group where you can make friends, share experiences, and explore our classroom and playground.
Raising a young child is exciting, but it can be challenging too. Montessori principles can make it easier. Each week, our teacher will talk about topics important to all parents, giving you ideas to help your child learn and grow at home.
Our Parent and Child program shows you the Montessori method in action. You and your child will spend time in our classroom where you will explore typical daily activities and see our teaching methods firsthand. If you are wondering if Montessori is the right fit for your family, this is a great way to find out.
Program Options
Infant Parent and Me (2 – 17 months)
This program is designed for infants and their parents. Each week, we talk about topics such as how to create a calm home, how babies learn to move, and how/when they start to talk. You and your baby will join circle time and explore Montessori materials together. This group also gives parents a chance to make friends and share their journeys.
Program offered at:
- Huntington Harbor, Wednesdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
- Irvine Spectrum South, Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:00 am
Toddler Parent and Me (18 months – 3 years)
This program focuses on fostering independence, toilet learning, discipline, and language development. You’ll see your child work with Montessori materials, enjoy arts and crafts, join circle time, and interact with other toddlers. These sessions provide opportunities for social connections and playdates with like-minded families.
Program offered at:
- Huntington Harbor, Wednesdays 9:30–11:00 AM
- Irvine Westpark, Thursdays 3:30 – 5:00 pm
- Irvine Orchard Hills, Mondays, 3:30 – 5:00 pm
Program Details
Groups meet once a week for 6 weeks. Sessions recur on either Tuesday, Wednesday, or Saturday, depending on location. See specific location details under our Parent and Child Program Options above. Summer sessions may be shorter.
Next session begins week of September 15. See specific campus for details.
Our program is currently available at our Irvine Spectrum South, Orchard Hills, Huntington Harbor, and Westpark locations, with expansion to more schools coming soon.
Infant sessions welcome children aged 2-17 months; Toddler sessions are for children 18 months-3 years.
Each group is led by Stacey Dee, an experienced Montessori instructor specializing in infant/toddler development. See bio.
A registration is only considered complete if both the registration form and payment form are completed and processed by one day prior to the first day of class. Parent and Child enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Past sessions have filled up before the start date. If you have more than one child to enroll, please register for one class per payment transaction. If you need assistance, please contact the school hosting the class. is on a first-come, first-served basis. Past sessions have filled up weeks before the start date.
Step 1: Complete Registration Form
Step 2: Complete & Email Payment Form
