Stepping Stones
Early Childhood education for Ages 2.5+
Stepping Stones Program
Stepping Stones
Ages 2½–3 Years
Mornings Only: 8:30 AM–12:00 PM
Full Day: 8:30 AM–2:30 PM
Choose 3, 4, or 5 consecutive days per week
Before & After School Care
Before School: 7:30–8:30 AM
After School: 2:30–5:00 PM
Stepping Stones in the Butterfly classroom is a Montessori environment designed specifically for children ages 2½–3, a time of tremendous growth in independence, communication, movement, and self-awareness. Through purposeful, hands-on experiences, children are encouraged to care for themselves, their environment, and one another while developing confidence in their growing abilities.
The Butterfly classroom places a strong emphasis on practical life skills, sensory-motor development, language, toilet learning and body awareness, and independence. Children practice everyday skills such as dressing, washing hands, pouring, caring for their belongings, cleaning up, and participating in classroom routines. They are given opportunities to develop coordination and concentration through purposeful movement and Montessori materials, while rich language experiences support communication, social-emotional development, and growing awareness of their own needs and feelings. In our small classroom community and natural playscape, children have space to explore, move, practice, connect, and grow at their own pace.
A Typical Day in Stepping Stones
Before & After School Childcare
Black Mountain Montessori offers a variety of school and daycare schedules to fit your family’s needs. We are the only school in Black Mountain that offers full day preschool for ages 3-6 with the option of Before & After School Childcare — an essential need for many full-time working parents.
Learn about Before & After School Childcare schedules, fees and more.
Schedule a Parent Tour
Ready to explore early childhood education and private elementary opportunities in the Asheville area? We invite you to meet the team, see the beautiful classrooms, and experience the Montessori method!