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Montessori Infant Toddler Programs vs In-Home Childcare: What Families Should Know

Montessori Infant Toddler Programs vs In-Home Childcare: What Families Should Know

by Cyndi Benson | Dec 31, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Parenting Tips

Choosing care for your infant or toddler is one of the most important decisions your family makes. You want your child to feel safe, loved, and secure. Some families consider an in-home childcare because it seems intimate and convenient, and other families explore...
Half-Day Montessori Toddler Classes in Macomb County | Mount Clemens, MI

Half-Day Montessori Toddler Classes in Macomb County | Mount Clemens, MI

by Cyndi Benson | Nov 15, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education

If you are searching for “toddler classes near me,” you are probably looking for a place where your child can learn, play, make friends, and feel supported. At Montessori Stepping Stones in Mount Clemens, MI, our Half Day Toddler Program gives young children a...
How to Prepare Yourself for Your Baby’s First Day of Daycare

How to Prepare Yourself for Your Baby’s First Day of Daycare

by Cyndi Benson | Oct 19, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

7 Steps to Easing Your Heart While Your Baby Begins a New Routine Starting daycare when your baby is still so little can feel emotional. You want them to be loved, safe, and understood, and it’s completely normal to feel both ready and uncertain. With a little...
Skip the Stickers: Potty Training Tips for Parents

Skip the Stickers: Potty Training Tips for Parents

by Cyndi Benson | Sep 26, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori at Home, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips

Potty training is a big milestone, and for many families, it can also feel like one of the most overwhelming. It’s tempting to use sticker charts, candy, or other rewards to motivate your child, and while those can sometimes work in the short term, they build external...
Preparing Your Child for the First Day of Montessori Preschool

Preparing Your Child for the First Day of Montessori Preschool

by Cyndi Benson | Sep 8, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Education, Parenting Tips, School News & Events

10 Ways to Prepare for Your Child’s First Day of a Montessori Preschool The first day of school is a big step for children and families. In many Montessori schools the preschool is called “primary.”  At Montessori Stepping Stones in Mount Clemens, our primary program...
How Does Montessori Differ from Traditional Education?

How Does Montessori Differ from Traditional Education?

by Cyndi Benson | Sep 4, 2025 | Montessori 101, Montessori Early Development, Montessori Education, What is Montessori?

What Are the Key Differences? Category Montessori education Traditional education Classroom structure ✓ Mixed-age groups (e.g., ages 3–6 together); children move freely and choose their work Same-age grade levels; students stay seated and follow a fixed daily schedule...
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We invite you to discover Montessori Stepping Stones, a private Montessori daycare and Montessori school located in Mount Clemens, MI. We have been committed to providing a genuine and authenticate Montessori program for over 40 years based on the philosophy and methods of Dr. Maria Montessori.

Our Programs

  • Infant & Toddler Daycare
  • Preschool Program (Pre-K)
  • Kindergarten
  • Elementary School
  • Middle School

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Montessori Stepping Stones
174 Cass Ave
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Phone: (586) 465-4260
Email: info@montessoristeppingstones.com
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