About Us
What is Montessori Early Childhood Education Program?
Dr. Maria Montessori (1870–1952), the founder of the Montessori educational philosophy, was one of the first women in Italy to earn a medical degree. Her work with children inspired her to study how education influences the whole child—cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Through her research, she developed the Montessori method, emphasizing hands-on, self-correcting materials, individualized learning, and fostering independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
Why choose a Montessori Early Childhood Education Program?
Montessori principles and materials are used in schools at all levels, from infancy to college, yet Montessori education offers a unique and tailored experience for young children. In a carefully prepared classroom, children explore, learn, and discover independently in a joyful and engaging environment. Each child progresses at their own pace, guided by their abilities and interests. The Montessori philosophy creates a success-oriented setting that fosters curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Our Goals
- Allow your child to learn at his/her own level of interest.
- Encourage learning through the use of all the senses.
- Develop gross and fine motor coordination.
- Develop independence in self-care.
- Lengthen concentration span.
- Further develop problem-solving techniques and decision-making abilities.
- Provide materials which focus on one concept at a time in a sequence of increasing difficulty.
- Encourage internal order through a prepared environment.
- Nurture a love of learning.
- Provide information and support for families to share the best of a child’s exciting developmental years.
Daily Schedule
Our program schedule is designed to support each child’s natural development including:
- Self-directed activity times throughout the day
- Free expression outdoors
- Group activity promoting socialization
- A nutritious snack during the morning work time as well as the afternoon portion of the day
- Creative, healthful meals.
Each staff member infuses our school environment with dedication and enthusiasm. As mentors and guides to your child, our staff encourages sharing and cooperation as each facilitator also supports individual expression. We promote the concepts of positive discipline by verbal reasoning and conflict resolution in contrast to physical conflict resolution. Dr. Montessori believed that by role-modeling positive behaviors and tasks within a consistent, well planned program and a prepared environment, children would develop responsibility as well as a desire to work and play in a cooperative manner with others.