Primary

Heritage Focused

At a very young age, our African-centered curriculum gives children the chance to discover the importance of community, empowerment, and the values of the African and African Diaspora cultures. This enables them to develop a better understanding and sense of self-assurance about their history and cultural heritage.

Child centered (not teacher centered)

The teachers at Brilliant and Kind are specially educated to pay close attention to your child's interests, tendencies, and needs, in contrast to traditional classes where all students are required to pay attentive attention to the teacher. The teacher will interact with your child or a small group at their level rather than standing in front of the class.

A mixed-age classroom

Your child can work at his or her own speed within a mixed-age classroom group thanks to the tailored, African and African Diaspora based curriculum. Our smaller youngster picks up knowledge by seeing the actions and activities of the larger kids. Setting an example for their younger companions helps our older children develop their sense of self-worth, leadership abilities, and responsibility.

The gift of choice

In both one-on-one and small-group courses, your child will be exposed to a wide range of ideas and activities. But the actual learning happens when they explore, investigate, practice, and perfect that activity at their own pace. 

Hands-on materials

Your child will learn by practicing with the Montessori materials, which were created using scientific principles. Your child will gain a concrete comprehension of abstract ideas like literacy, mathematics, science, music and cultural awareness establishing a strong foundation for future learning.

Group activities and play

Even though self-directed work takes up the majority of the school day, there are still periods for play and group activities. A group may be gathered by the teacher for songs or storytelling about interesting historical, scientific, or cultural topics. Ample time is also allotted for running, gardening, exploring, and playing with friends in nature.

One size does not fit all

The teachers and Brilliant and Kind are educated to respect your child's individual potential and match him or her with the lesson most appropriate for that particular stage of development rather than using a top-down curriculum based on age. Your child won't be held to a uniform standard; rather, they will be challenged in line with their aptitude.

Kindergarten included

A Montessori education is a continuum that enables your kid to build on learning each year. During the typical "kindergarten year," when the seeds of academic and cultural learning are planted, your child will remain in the Primary classroom. Sounds and symbols give writing and reading vitality. The decimal system and numbers are explained while simultaneously gaining knowledge of geometries and the political systems of the world. Children graduate from the Primary Program with a solid foundation in academics, but what matters most is that your child has the mindset that learning is joyful, interesting, and limitless. They are now prepared to advance to the Elementary level, which is for students between the ages of 6 and 12.