What ages does the Mommy and Me Classes serve at Culver City

The Mommy and Me Classes at Montessori Academy Culver City serves children ages 18 months-3 years, year-round Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 6 PM.

Is potty training required at Montessori Academy

No. Montessori Academy Culver City does not require potty training as an enrollment prerequisite.

How do I enroll in the Mommy and Me Classes

Schedule a tour at 5881 Green Valley Cir, Culver City. A 100 dollar registration fee and 300 dollar deposit confirm enrollment.

Is language immersion included

Yes. Language immersion is integrated into all Montessori Academy programs at no additional cost. Call (310) 215-3388 for specific languages at this campus.

Mommy and Me Classes Culver City

Mother and child in a Montessori classroom

A Foundation for Independence

Not a drop-off class. A guided bridge.

At 18 months, a child's sense of security is their primary learning tool. When the primary attachment figure is present, the child feels safe enough to explore, concentrate, and absorb the environment without anxiety.

The Mommy & Me program at Montessori Academy Culver City is designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their primary caregiver. It is not a drop-off class — parents and caregivers stay and participate alongside their child for the full session.

The class is held in the same prepared environment that our enrolled toddlers use each morning. You will observe Montessori principles in action — including the adult's role of offering assistance without intervening, and allowing children to work through frustration independently.

Why Mommy & Me?

Ages 18 mo – 3 yrs

The ideal entry point for families considering the full Toddler Program at the Culver City campus.

Caregiver Stays

Co-participation builds attachment security so children explore freely without separation anxiety.

Real Montessori

The same prepared classroom materials used in the Toddler Program — not a simplified play group.

Smoother Transition

Children who attend Mommy & Me settle into the Toddler Program faster when it's time to enroll.

Language Exposure

Our signature Mandarin and Spanish language immersion songs and materials are part of each session.

Weekly Sessions

Call (310) 215-3388 for current days, times, and session availability. Class size is intentionally small.

Enrollment

Getting started with Mommy & Me

Call to check schedule

Call (310) 215-3388 to ask about current session days and times.

Reserve your spot

Class size is small to maintain a peaceful environment — reserve your family's place in advance.

Attend your first session

Arrive at 5881 Green Valley Cir. Both caregiver and child participate together through the work cycle.

Explore enrollment

Meet Campus Director Gaby Ponce and ask about the full-time Toddler Program for future transition.

Transition when ready

When your child is ready for solo drop-off, enroll in the Toddler Program ($100 registration + $300 deposit).

FAQ

Questions about Mommy & Me

What is the Mommy & Me program at Montessori Academy?

Mommy & Me is a weekly co-participation class for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their primary caregiver. It follows the Montessori structure — practical life, sensorial, and language activities — in the same prepared environment as the full Toddler Program. The caregiver stays for the entire session and participates alongside the child.

What ages can attend Mommy & Me?

Children ages 18 months to 3 years. Once a child turns 2 and is developmentally ready, they may transition to the full Toddler Program. Mommy & Me is an ideal bridge between home and formal enrollment.

Does the parent or caregiver have to stay?

Yes. Mommy & Me is a co-participation class — the caregiver stays for the full session. This is intentional: at 18 months to 2 years, children learn best when their attachment figure is present. The session also teaches caregivers how to observe and support Montessori learning at home.

How does Mommy & Me help with the Toddler Program transition?

Children who attend Mommy & Me already know the classroom, the materials, and the teachers before their first solo day. This familiarity dramatically reduces separation anxiety and shortens the adjustment period. Parents who have observed the Montessori approach in action are also better prepared to support the transition at home.

When are Mommy & Me sessions held at Culver City?

Sessions are held weekly. Call (310) 215-3388 or visit 5881 Green Valley Cir to ask about current days, times, and availability. Class size is intentionally small.

Is Mommy & Me only for families planning to enroll?

No. All families with children ages 18 months to 3 years are welcome, whether or not they are considering enrollment. Many families attend for a semester before deciding — and the exposure to the classroom usually makes the decision much easier.

Mommy & Me in Culver City