The Montessori Method
- A certified and trained Montessori teacher observes the child in the learning environment.
- The Montessori teacher guides the child through the Montessori curriculum based on their unique developmental needs.
- The child moves about the classroom during the work period, pacing their own lessons with a teacher’s guidance.
- Confidence grows as the child completes their lessons, which are designed to allow the child to see and correct their own mistakes.
- Over time, the environment supports each new phase of the child’s learning as they become a leader in the multi-age classroom.
- Through routine and concentration, called normalization, the child flourishes as a curious and peace-loving individual.
Like Dr. Montessori said, “We have seen children totally change as they acquire a love for things and as their sense of order, discipline, and self-control develops within them.” Schedule a tour with our school for more information about whether our program is the right fit for your child.
If you’re interested in a deep dive into the Montessori Method, we suggest one of the best-known books examining Montessori through a scientific lens: Angeline Lillard’s Montessori: The Science Behind the Genius. The book is thorough and thoughtful.
Regardless of which school you choose, the important thing is that your child and your family are satisfied with the choice. Parents who are happy with Montessori tend to seek out non-competitive environments that foster curiosity. If you agree with that and other statements from the above video, which was created by the American Montessori Society, then please give us a call.
The attitudes and confidence developed during these formative years will serve the child throughout his/her lifetime.