Primary and Kindergarten Program

The Primary Program, designed for 3-6 year old children, includes a wide
array of Montessori learning materials to support our self-paced curriculum and enrichment areas. Group time, outdoor play and snacks are also a part of each day's routine. The Kindergarten curriculum is certified by the Maryland Department of Education.

Designed to follow the Montessori philosophy, the Primary Program combines the Preschool and Kindergarten children in the same room. Preschool is a half-day session. Morning or afternoon sessions are available. Kindergartners attend a full-day session. Extended child care is available through our Extended Care Program Program.

For a more insight into our Primary Program, please take time to review our Typical Preschool Day.

For a detailed description of the curriculum please take time to review our Curriculum pages.

 

Schedule

A variety of scheduling options are available to meet the needs of your family.

Kindergarten children are required by the State of Maryland to attend five days per week. HCS offers a full day program which runs from 8:30 am to 3:30 p.m..

Before and after school child care is available for students who are enrolled in our school program through our Extended Day Program.

Admission Requirements

Preschool children must reach their third birthday by September 1st of the school year and must be toilet trained. Kindergarten students must reach their 5th birthday
as mandated by the Maryland State Department of Education for admission. A pre-admission visit is recommended. As required by the State of Maryland, current health and emergency forms must be submitted to the school before admitting the student. Returning students are also required to provide current health forms. All forms may be obtained at the HCS office. HCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, or national origin.