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Within the Montessori framework the child develops freely in individuality and self-confidence.  Children are given the opportunity to become independent and care for themself in a responsible way.

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The Montessori Philosophy

 

The child loves concentration.

 

    The teacher in this prepared environment respects the child’s concentration and allows

    the student to complete an inquiry or exploration.

The child loves repetition.

Montessori allows this freedom, with respect, as the child perfects his/her movements.

The child loves order, but the adult provides a toy box that offers nothing but disorder.

    The prepared environment offers shelves with neatly arranged activities always in the

    same place.

Children prefer work (learning) to play (toys).

    A child’s “work” is his preparation for life.  Hopefully, when he/she matures he/she

    will enjoy his/her work, for he/she has perfected what he/she likes to do best.

Children do not need rewards.

Accomplishment and creativity are reward enough.  A child is self-motivated at this age and with the right environment will remain so as he/she grows.

Children love silence.

The Montessori environment creates an awareness of silence.  His/her discoveries move toward providing a practical way to a peaceful coexistence with other children.

 

Maria Montessori developed materials for refining the senses.  The “sensorial” materials help the child to discriminate sound, color, size, shape, smell, and touch.  The materials in the classroom area called “practical life” address the child’s love of movement, concentration and repetition.  Dr. Montessori’s math equipment is regarded as the most complete available system.  Reading materials are hand-made and can be supplemented at home.

 

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