Serving Royersford, PA
"If the idea of the universe be presented to the child in the right way, it will do more for him than just arouse his interest, for it will create in him admiration and wonder, a feeling loftier than any interest and more satisfying. The child’s mind will then no longer wander, but becomes fixed and can work. The knowledge he acquires is organized and systematic; his intelligence becomes whole and complete because of the vision of the whole that has been presented to him, and his interest spreads to all, for all are linked and have their place in the universe on which his mind is centered." (To Educate the Human Potential, p. 6)
Each summer, IMSchools offers ‘Camp Mosaic’, a relaxed summer learning experience with weekly themes – see below. The 2021 Summer Camp will run from June 21 until August 20, 2021, and we accept students from 6 months to 6 years of age.
While our traditional Montessori materials are still used, this relaxed program incorporates more outdoor time, more gardening time, and many hands-on enrichment opportunities related to the theme. Children can register for weekly sessions or the whole camp.
2021 Camp Mosaic Weekly Camp Themes
Week 1 (June 21-25) – Welcome to Camp!
Welcome to International Montessori Schools Camp Mosaic. This week we will get to meet new friends and see our old classmates.
Overview of Ecology.Ecology is the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment; it seeks to understand the vital connections between plants and animals and the world around them. We will work with our campers on materials related to this theme.
Week 2 (June 28- July 2) & Week 3 (July 6-9)- Forest
We will learn more about animals that live in this biome. For instance, pileated woodpeckers like sugar maple trees, and evergreen trees, especially the white pine. Turkeys and porcupines like to roost/sit in hemlocks. Red and grey squirrels like oak trees. Deer, rabbits, owls, red fox, woodchucks, mud daubers, yellow jackets, bears, bark beetles, snakes, bats, butterflies, coyotes, and raccoons inhabit different parts of the forest.
Week 4 (July 12-16) &Week 5 (July 19-23) – Meadow
We will learn about butterflies (especially the monarch if there is milkweed present in our school garden), snakes, mice, yellow jackets, rabbits, spiders, skunks, grasshoppers, ground nesting fowl like the grouse and pheasant, damselflies that live their young life in water then leave it when they mature, bumblebees that frequent the wildflowers to gather pollen to make honey, hawks that dive for small animals to eat, and birds that dive for insects.
Week 6 (July 26- 30) & Week 7 (August 2-6) – Pond
We will learn about frogs, dragonflies, young damselflies, diving beetles, newts, snails, fish, crawdads, snapping turtles, muskrats, and some snakes that live in the water. We will learn about mallard ducks and how they build their nests next to the water, mate, swim and “fish” in the water. We discuss deer, raccoons and other wild animals that use the pond as a “watering hole”. Children will engage in fun filled activities relating to this biome.
Week 8 (August 9-13) & Week 9 (August 16-20)- Sandy Beach
Sandy beaches not only provide habitat for numerous species of plants and animals, they also serve as breeding grounds for many species that are not residential to the beach. Beaches support a rich web of life including worms, bivalves, and crustaceans. Our campers will learn a lot about how diverse beaches are and that they serve as a critical link between marine and terrestrial environments.In essence, children will learn how all things are interconnected and therefore will begin to appreciate the beauty around them.
INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS, ROYERSFORD
International Montessori Royersford is an incredible place, which has enhanced the development of our child beyond our expectations. The care and attention to each student's emotional and educational needs are evident on a daily basis. The staff made the transition into a new school seamless for our family and we're so thankful to be a part of the IM community.- Stephanie Curci. 5/13/2019
3 Reviews- My daughter has been attending International Montessori of Royersford for about a year. I am very happy with the school. I have seen a good amount of growth in my daughter since she has been attending. I really trust and like the teachers, they all have a very soft touch with the children. My daughter had to transition from the infant room to the pre-primary room and the teachers and school are working well with her and provide updates on her development in her new room. I highly recommend the school.- Angela Creo. 8/11/20183 Reviews
- This is not a daycare! The school and materials are new and top quality. The staff at this school are beyond amazing. I enrolled both my 3 yr old and 12 month old sons when the school first opened. My husband and I couldn't be happier with the care for our children. All the teachers have been very calm, supportive, and engaging. My previous experience with other Montessori schools and daycares has been that teachers didn't connect with the children consistently, instead they spend the day shuffling kids around the classroom throughout the day. That was not our experience at IMS Royersford. There was not a time when we picked our children up and the teacher/guide was not fully engaged. I don't believe this was just because of the small classroom size. These teachers/guide truly love exploring and engaging with their students. The difference was huge with my 3 now 4 year old. He advanced tremendously in such a short period of time. Reading, geography, and adding 3-digit numbers before his 4 birthday. My now 19 month old is extremely curious, independent, and showing significant developmental advancement. By far, the best decision we have made as parents!- Terri Haywood. 4/5/20183 Reviews