Clementine is a classroom, but it’s also a community!
As much as I love working with children, I also love working with parents: sharing information about Montessori and child development, working through challenges, and celebrating milestones. Just as important are connection and friendships among families that are built both in and out of class.
If you're looking to widen your circle of friends during new parenthood, you've found the right place! In addition to weekly classes, each session at Clementine includes a calendar of community-building special events.
Parent education is a core component of our community. Evening discussions bring us together to learn about child development and to discuss topics such as setting up the home for maximum independence, transitioning from diapers, choosing a preschool, and working through behavior challenges.
Tips, links, and resources on choosing toys, activity inspiration, & more are available via our private Instagram group.
Once-per-session office hours give parents the chance to talk through individual challenges, concerns, and successes.
When the weather allows (even when it’s chilly!), we meet periodically for walks at parks and forest preserves, which we take at the children’s pace to see the world as it appeals to them. It’s a lovely way to get to know other parents and to enjoy fresh air and time outdoors together.
During the coldest time of year, families can sign up for monthly open gym sessions at Canlan Sports in Libertyville. With extra space and a variety of equipment, the children can practice big movements and have fun with simple group games.
Once per session, we host an evening parent outing, like a yoga or cooking class or a craft workshop. I've got a long list of fun future ideas to try!
In the summer, we offer a full calendar of special events that are open to everyone...park meetups, a beach day, and moms' nights.
