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Where Curiosity Leads the Way
At Central Florida Prep's Montessori program, children ages 3-6 learn through self-directed discovery, hands-on exploration, and mixed-age collaboration. With VPK acceptance and 5 learning areas on our 5-acre campus, your child's love of learning starts here.
Request a TourStep inside our Montessori classrooms and see how young learners ages 3-6 build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning through hands-on discovery every single day.
Every day, our youngest learners discover the joy of self-directed learning in a carefully prepared Montessori environment.
Our Montessori classrooms are intentionally designed with child-sized furniture, natural materials, and organized learning stations. Every element invites exploration and supports independence, creating a space where children naturally gravitate toward learning.
In our mixed-age Montessori classrooms, older children mentor younger ones while reinforcing their own understanding. This natural collaboration builds empathy, leadership, and social skills that last a lifetime.
Children choose their own work within the prepared environment, developing concentration, self-discipline, and intrinsic motivation. Our trained Montessori guides observe each child and introduce new challenges at exactly the right moment.
From practical life exercises to sensorial materials, math manipulatives, and language works, every lesson engages multiple senses. Children learn by doing - building neural pathways through direct, hands-on experience.
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In our Montessori program, children work at their own pace through five interconnected learning areas: Practical Life, Sensorial, Mathematics, Language, and Cultural Studies. This holistic approach develops the whole child - intellectually, physically, socially, and emotionally.
Our trained Montessori guides create an environment where children develop concentration, coordination, independence, and a sense of order. These foundational skills prepare them not just for elementary school, but for a lifetime of confident, self-directed learning.
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At Central Florida Prep, Montessori learning extends beyond the classroom walls. Our 5-acre campus provides outdoor exploration opportunities, garden experiences, and nature-based learning. Children participate in art, music, and movement activities that complement their Montessori work, developing creativity and physical coordination alongside academic skills.
From our youngest learners to our graduating seniors, every program is built on academic excellence and whole-child education.
Self-directed discovery through hands-on materials in a carefully prepared environment with mixed-age classrooms and trained Montessori guides.
Strong academic foundations through PLTW STEM, 1:1 technology, and A.N.C.H.O.R.S. character education in small, personalized classes.
Rigorous academics meet real-world preparation as students develop leadership skills, compete in athletics, and explore their passions.
College preparatory academics, competitive athletics, and experiential learning prepare students for success in higher education and beyond.
Everything you need to know about our Montessori program.
Our Montessori program serves children ages 3 through 6. Children may enter at age 3 and continue through their kindergarten year in our mixed-age Montessori environment.
The five learning areas are Practical Life (daily living skills), Sensorial (refining the senses), Mathematics (concrete to abstract), Language (reading and writing), and Cultural Studies (geography, science, history).
Yes! Our Montessori program accepts Florida's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) program, helping offset the cost of your child's education.
Our Montessori classrooms maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring each child receives individualized attention and guidance from trained Montessori educators.
Yes. Florida families may be eligible for state scholarship programs including Step Up for Students and the Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES).
The first step is to schedule a campus tour so your family can experience CFP firsthand. After your visit, our admissions team will guide you through the application process.
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