What Is Montessori?
The Montessori method of education has been respected and used in public and private schools around the world for over 100 years.
The Montessori approach to learning has grown from a deep understanding of the developmental processes of the child. Maria Montessori recognized that all children have an immense capacity and desire to learn, which she called “the absorbent mind”. She developed the “Prepared Environment”, a non-competitive truly child-centred environment in which equipment and activities are readily available, allowing the children to explore, experiment and develop at their own pace, according to their own capacities, facing new challenges when ready. This method of child-centred learning within a prepared environment continues to contribute to educational reform around the world and across all social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
The key advantages of a Montessori education include:
- Independent thinking and learning are nurtured
- Classes are communities with experienced staff to enable excellence in every child
- Expansion and enrichment of the National Curriculum at each key stage
- Evaluation of progress without testing
- Promotion of respect for self, community and environment
Books about Montessori
Many books have been written about Montessori education and obviously we particularly recommend ones written by Dr Maria Montessori herself! When you register you child with our school we will give you a book appropriate to your age of child.