The Montessori Approach

The Montessori approach offers a broad vision of education as an aid to life.  Montessori is designed to help children with their task of inner construction as they grow from childhood to maturity.  It succeeds because it draws its principles from the natural development of the child.  The inherent flexibility allows the method to adapt to the needs of the individual, regardless of the level of ability, learning style, or social maturity.

Montessori classrooms provide a prepared environment where children are free to respond to their natural drive to work and learn.  The children’s inherent love of learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous, meaningful activities under the guidance of a trained adult.  Through their work, the children develop concentration, motivation, persistence, and discipline.  Within the framework of order, the children progress at their own pace and rhythm, according to their individual capabilities, during the crucial years of development. 

Montessori classrooms are designed for the three year age mix to allow for both individual and social development. More experienced children enhance their leadership skills by assisting their younger peers as role models. Each child’s unique personality is encouraged; each child is respected as an important member of a community.

Discovering the joy of learning, and developing social and intellectual discipline lay the foundation for a happy and productive life.  The children develop an appreciation for the world, while becoming responsible human beings and active members of a harmonious society.

Each child’s unique personality is encouraged; each child is respected as an important member of a community.