Academic Program

Bilingual Japanese & English

At La Maison Academy, we lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning, fostering curiosity, confidence, and independent thinking from the very start.

Blending Montessori structure with Waldorf-inspired exploration, our academically rich yet nurturing curriculum encourages children to ask questions, seek answers, and embrace discovery. Through hands-on learning, cultural immersion, and artistic expression, we cultivate a love for literacy, numeracy, STEAM, and the arts, while seamlessly integrating social-emotional growth and etiquette education.

Each child receives personalized guidance, ensuring milestones are met, learning is meaningful, and curiosity is celebrated.

Report Card

To keep parents engaged and informed, we provide Daily reports highlighting each child’s progress, milestones, and memorable moments from their learning journey. These written updates serve as a keepsake of your child’s growth while ensuring a strong partnership between home and school.

Sample Daily Schedule

At La Maison Academy, we craft each day to balance academic growth, artistic expression, cultural immersion, and joyful play.

Here's a glimpse into a typical day at our preschool:

Daily Schedule

(Tuesdays & Thursdays)

8:30 - 9:00 AM – Welcome and Outdoor Play

  • Children begin their day with free exploration, movement, and social interaction in a natural setting.

  • Outdoor activities help develop gross motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving through unstructured play, nature walks, and gardening.

9:00 - 9:30 AM – Morning Snack & Socialization

  • A thoughtfully prepared, nutritious snack is served in a relaxed setting.

  • Children practice self-help skills, table manners, and mindful eating.

9:30 - 10:00 AM – Daily Japanese Lesson

  • A fun and immersive introduction to the Japanese language.

  • Children engage in songs, games, movement-based learning, and storytelling
    紙芝居 (Kamishibai): Traditional Japanese storytelling using illustrated cards.

10:00 - 10:30 AM – STEAM: Math, Science, or Engineering (Tuesdays)

  • Hands-on activities that develop early math reasoning, critical thinking, and scientific inquiry.

  • Children work with Montessori materials and real-world applications.

10:30 - 11:00 AM – Music & Movement: Piano, Dance, and Instruments (Tuesdays)

  • Children participate in piano instruction, rhythm activities, and expressive movement exercises.

  • Builds coordination, musical appreciation, and confidence.

10:00 - 11:00 AM – French Immersion (Thursdays)

  • 15 min of joyful warm-up with French songs, greetings, and movement-based games to transition into full immersion.

  • A native French teacher leads the remaining 45-minute immersion with interactive storytime, themed crafts, music, and conversation.

11:00 - 11:30 AM – Creative Arts, Practical Life, or Group Project

  • Tuesday: Toddler cooking, nature crafts, or group STEAM building

  • Thursday: French story-inspired crafts, collaborative themed art, or tactile mixed media

11:30 - 12:00 PM – Transition to Lunch / Calm Activities

  • A peaceful reset with quiet games, mindfulness, or guided story time.
    Supports smooth transitions and emotional regulation before lunch.

12:00 - 12:30 PM – Lunch & Etiquette Lesson

  • A family-style meal experience where children practice polite conversation, social etiquette, and self-help skills.

  • A meaningful time for social connection and cultural appreciation.

12:30 PM – Pick-Up Time for Half-Day

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM – Nap-Adjacent Calm Time, Catch-Up Lessons, Quiet Free Play

  • A restful midday block tailored to each child.

  • Children may look at books, nap, revisit materials quietly, or work 1:1 with a teacher on language, literacy, or music.

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM – Quick snack & Closing Circle

  • Group games, storytelling, or music bring closure to the day.

2:30 PM – Pick-Up Time for Full-Day

Weekly Enhancements

Our two-day program includes specialized activities to enrich learning through hands-on exploration, creativity, and cultural immersion.

Tuesday

  • Science, Math, and Early Coding (10:00 - 10:30 AM)

    • Hands-on activities using Montessori materials to explore number sense, pattern recognition, and early problem-solving skills.

    • Hands-on science experiments, simple engineering concepts, and early coding with interactive play.

  • Piano Lessons (10:30 - 11:00 AM)

    • Music exploration through piano instruction, rhythm exercises, and movement-based activities.

  • Practical Life Skills (11:00 - 11:30 AM)

    • Gardening, toddler cooking, or home-care activities to foster independence and responsibility.

Thursday

  • French Storytime & Activity (10:15 - 11:00 PM)

    • A native French teacher leads storytelling, songs, and hands-on activities to reinforce language learning.

  • Collaborative Art Projects (11:00 - 11:30 PM)

    • Group art projects that foster teamwork, creativity, and exploration of mixed media.

Additional Highlights

Bilingual & Multicultural Learning
Immersion in Japanese and English, with weekly French storytime to introduce a third language in a fun, engaging way.

STEAM & Hands-On Learning
Interactive lessons in math, science, and engineering using Montessori materials, coding toys, and real-world discovery.

Music & Movement
Exposure to real instruments, including piano, violin, xylophone, lyre harp, bells, and accordion, fostering rhythm and coordination.

Milestone-Based Development
A curriculum supporting cognitive, social-emotional, and motor skills, ensuring well-rounded early development.

Etiquette & Practical Life
Daily opportunities to practice manners, communication, and independence in real-world settings.

Outdoor Play & Exploration
Daily nature-based play, movement activities, and open-ended exploration to support physical development and creativity.

International Cuisine
Tuesdays: Japanese snacks, drinks, and lunch

Thursdays: French snacks, drinks, and lunch