After School Program
The “After School Program” offers a unique, mixed-age classroom environment for children aged 3 to 7 years. It encourages self-activity in the areas of Sensorial, Math, Science, History & Geography, and Language—where each activity is structured keeping the child and his/her needs in mind.
✨ Designed specifically for children who attend a big school in the morning, but want to learn with Montessori in afternoon/evening batches to build a strong conceptual edge.

The 5 Core Learning Pillars
After School Montessori sessions providing tangible understanding and academic confidence for young learners.

1. MATH
A hands-on approach to number concepts, quantity and operations. They gain firm understanding of the concepts.

2. Language
Help children acquire vocabulary, and develop skills needed for writing and reading using montessori principles.

3. Science
Start learning about plants, animals, the solar system, weather and more. They learn how and why things work.

4. History & Geography
Develop an understanding of our world and cultures, past & present. It helps them understand & appreciate diversity.

5. Sensorial
Use the five senses of touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste to help children become logical, perceptive, and aware.
helpFrequently Asked Questions for After School Parents
Q: My child already attends a big school in the morning. How does the After School program help them?
The After School program gives children an academic and conceptual edge. While traditional schools often rely on rote learning, our after school Montessori batches provide hands-on materials in Math, Language, and Science so concepts become deeply understood and permanent.
Q: What age group is eligible for after school Montessori batches?
Our After School program is open to children aged 3 to 7 years in Matunga East, Mumbai.
Q: How does hands-on Montessori learning complement traditional school curricula?
By working with concrete materials—such as golden beads for math operations and sandpaper letters for phonics—children master complex concepts effortlessly, boosting their performance and confidence in their regular school.
Give your child the hands-on Montessori edge after school.
What Parents Say About Clay Montessori
"Our experience with Clay Montessori’s Toddler program has been absolutely wonderful. As first-time parents, we were nervous about leaving our child in someone else’s care, but from the very first day, the staff made us feel supported, informed, and truly welcomed. The settling in process was very thoughtful and seamless for the child.
The environment is calm, beautifully organized, and thoughtfully prepared for toddlers—everything is at their level, inviting curiosity and independence. It’s incredible to see how much our child has grown in such a short time—not just in language and motor skills, but also in confidence and self-care.
The teachers are incredibly patient and gentle. They treat every child as a capable individual and help guide them through transitions, emotions, and early social skills with kindness. We’ve also appreciated how they keep us updated with photos, progress reports, and insights into our child’s day.
the staff at Clay are passionate about early childhood development and the Montessori philosophy. We feel so lucky to have found a place where our toddler is not only safe and cared for, but also genuinely thriving. The monthly field trips are well curated for the young minds to explore the outer world and it’s equally exciting for the parents .
We wholeheartedly recommend Clay Montessori to any parent looking for a nurturing and inspiring start to their child’s educational journey."
Dr. Radhika Sonate
Clay Parent
"Clay Montessori has been nothing short of a blessing for our family.
As a mother, handing over your baby to someone else for the first time is the hardest thing. But Clay became the first world outside our home where my child felt safe, loved, and nurtured. It laid the foundation for her first friendships, human interactions, and gentle independence.
I will always be grateful to Hetal Ma’am, who would lovingly hold my daughter’s hand when she wasn’t yet steady on her feet, and patiently guide her until she was ready to walk on her own. The way she would hand my baby back into my arms at the end of each day, with so much care and understanding, meant everything to me as a mother.
The didis and helps are angels—always smiling, welcoming, and treating each child as their own. The adjunct teachers have been so empathetic, loving, and supportive. Every corner of Clay Montessori radiates warmth and compassion.
I can say with all my heart that this school has been the perfect first step in my child’s journey. Thank you, Clay, for being our extended family and giving us so much comfort and joy in these precious early years."
Dr. Mousam Mehta
Clay Parent
"We have been having a terrific experience at Clay montessori. Our journey with them started when our child was 15 months. We have seen holistic tangible difference in his verbal skills, social skills, motor skills etc. we were wanting to put our little one in a montessori school as we were very much impressed with montessori pedagogy and highly believed that montessori approach works wonders in a child’s development. The kind of personal attention and care every child gets by Ms. Hetal and team is highly commendable. Finding a school which becomes a second home for a child where the child feels loved and cared for is a very difficult task but Ms. Hetal at Clay montessori has accomplished that beautifully. Kudos to the team for creating a nurturing environment for the kids where parents can be rest assured that their children are in safe hands."
Satinder Kaur
Clay Parent
