SALT Playhouse by Montgomery School

Students must be either 3 or 4 years old (and toilet-trained) on or before September 1.

2-Day Program: Tues and Thurs

3-Day Program: Mon, Wed, Fri

5-Day Program: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri

All children who are enrolled in the SALT Playhouse for Preschoolers program are part of the Montgomery community. The structure and offerings of the SALT Playhouse program are age appropriate and arts-focused (music & movement, tumbling, and dance). By contrast, the Montgomery PreK program introduces academic disciplines like science, technology, and Spanish. If your child would like to transition to Montgomery’s PreK as a 4-year-old or Kindergarten as a 5-year-old, our team will be happy to assist you with the application process. 

Absolutely! Our teachers love teaching children and have years of training and professional experience in multiple settings working with kids. Each classroom has a teacher's assistant and all teachers and assistants have passed criminal background checks, child abuse clearance, and FBI clearance. Montgomery hiring practices also include thorough reference checks and certification in CPR and first aid.

Yes! You can schedule a visit any time by clicking here or by contacting Kelly Kunsch at kkunsch@montgomeryschool.org.

Keep an eye on this page for upcoming Open House dates and other events!

The SALT Playhouse program is designed to meet the needs of all types of learners and support children in all facets of their early formative years. There are always multiple ways to engage a child, communicate a concept, and ensure understanding. Our teachers are trained to identify the best approaches for children individually as well as within the classroom community.

Our maximum class size is 16 students, and we always have two teachers in the classroom. 

Montgomery pre-school teachers are experienced multi-age classroom instructors and are able to meet individual needs, both socially and academically. Because of the small class size, students can work independently or in small groups to help align activities with developmental readiness. There is always a teacher and an aide in the room so we can be proactive, responsive, and flexible as necessary. If registration numbers warrant adding a second classroom, we will separate children by age.

Children respond best to positive reinforcement. SALT Playhouse teachers work to promote and accentuate the positive! At the Playhouse, our staff treats negative behavior situations individually and clearly—always with kindness. You will be notified if the behavior warrants parental involvement. 

During your child’s morning at the Playhouse, there is a scheduled lunchtime when children eat their own packed lunches from home. Eating together is a meaningful social experience when children build interactive skills and practice good table manners. 

Montgomery has a full-time nurse who can assess your child’s needs and communicate with home.

Your child’s progress will be communicated through a written narrative and conferences in the fall and spring.  

Throughout the school year, students have multiple opportunities to perform for their family and friends. This is when our preschoolers proudly demonstrate what they are learning and build their confidence in front of a crowd. Performances are always joyful celebrations of student accomplishments, friendship, collaboration, and courage.

Children will need to dress comfortably each day, ready to move. They will need ballet and tap shoes.