What is Montessori?

The Montessori method of education is a program based on Dr. Maria Montessori’s philosophy that children develop to their fullest potential when allowed to follow their internal instincts. Our role as educators, is to foster this development by presenting materials in a prepared environment that allow for exploration and discovery.

The Montessori Primary classroom, often referred to as the “casa”, is a living room for children aged 3- 6. Children choose their work from a variety of subjects ranging from Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Math, Geography, Botany and Zoology. As children progress through the three year cycle, the younger children aspire to emulate the older children in their work and play while the older children become aware of their role as “teachers” themselves. The kindergartners in their third and final year are now in preparation for grade school and beyond.

The Primary environment brings together the social, physical and cognitive development of the child during these three years. Our function is to provide children with a foundation that includes a love of learning, a sense of order, respect for the physical environment, a natural curiosity, concentration, decision making and a sense of responsibility to others in the class, school and community.

We believe this to be an “Education for Life”.

AMI Information | Comparison Montessori VS Traditional