We visited the Fiveways based Brighton and Hove Montessori School
Montessori is a method of teaching based on the scientific observations of child development made by Maria Montessori combined with her deep interest in the development of moral values within the child. It has as its starting point a very positive view of human nature and a profound belief in the potential of every single child.
In the early years the emphasis is very much on developing confidence and learning habits of the child. From 6-12 years old, children be-come a lot more aware and interested in social and moral issues and at this stage the curriculum changes to develop such skill as ‘thinking for yourself’, ‘self motivated learning’, appreciating diversity’ and ‘moral values’.
On looking around the school and observing the children I was struck by how each child was happily getting on with what they were doing. Interestingly each child was engaged in an activity of their own choice this is part of the approach taken to nurture a love of learning in the children whilst not neglecting areas they find difficult and need extra help with.
Read the full article: Fiveways Directory - "Bespoke" Education for your Children and a Bright New Hope for the Future - June 2007
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