Primary Program
The heart of Montessori education — a multi-age classroom where children develop academic foundations and a deep love of learning.
Primary openings today
5 Primary seats open as of September 20, 2026. Call (214) 856-6337 or see every classroom.
The primary classroom is where the full Montessori experience comes alive. In this multi-age environment, children ages 3 through 6 learn together, developing strong academic foundations in math, language, science, and cultural studies while also cultivating social grace, courtesy, and an intrinsic love of learning.
Every guide who leads a Meridian classroom is Montessori-trained.
If you are weighing us against other schools, our full Plano Montessori preschool guide walks through the curriculum area by area, and Montessori and daycare, side by side sets out how the day differs.
Inside the Primary Classroom
Multi-Age Community
Three-year age span where older children mentor younger ones and everyone grows together.
Academic Foundations
Concrete math materials, phonics-based reading, and handwriting through sensory exploration.
Cultural Studies
Geography, history, science, and world cultures through hands-on exploration and storytelling.
Creative Expression
Art, music, and dramatic play integrated into daily life — not isolated special events.
What to Expect
Catered lunch is optional at $80 a month, billed separately from tuition — or send lunch from home. Snacks are provided, and Meridian is a nut-free campus.
Primary tuition, 2026–2027
- Half Day8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- $950per month
- Full Day8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- $1,100per month
- Extended Day7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- $1,250per month
Every program runs five days a week. The registration fee, deposit and sibling discount are listed on our tuition and fee schedule.
“We couldn't be happier with our experience at Meridian Montessori of Plano! From the very beginning, we were impressed by the warm, nurturing environment created by the teachers — especially our child's teacher, who has shown incredible dedication, patience, and skill in guiding each child's individual growth. Our child feels seen, supported, and encouraged every single day. Not only has our child gained confidence and independence, but they've also made remarkable strides academically and socially.”
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Good to know
In the words of our Parent Handbook:
- Primary students (ages 3–6) are required to wear school uniforms each day.
- A minimum of 60 minutes of active play is provided daily, including at least 30 minutes outdoors (weather permitting).
- Meridian Montessori of Plano has a strict NO SCREEN TIME policy. In alignment with Montessori philosophy and pediatric health recommendations, no televisions, tablets, computers, or other screen-based devices are used for entertainment or instruction in our classrooms.
- Formal parent-teacher conferences are held twice per year, typically in the fall (October) and spring (March).
Read the full Parent Handbook, or our health and safety policies in one place.
Seats come free as the oldest children leave for elementary school, so it is worth seeing where the Primary rooms stand today before you plan a start date, and our enrollment timeline covers when to tour and apply.