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Frequently asked questions
General
Montessori is a child-centered approach to education developed by Dr. Maria Montessori. It’s based on the idea that children learn best through hands-on experiences, independence, and meaningful work at their own pace.
In a Montessori classroom, children choose from carefully prepared activities designed to build practical life skills, creativity, concentration, and a deep understanding of academic concepts. Teachers act as guides, quietly observing each child and introducing lessons when they’re ready.
The Montessori method supports the development of the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and physically—helping children grow into confident, capable, and self-motivated learners.
We welcome children ages 2.5–6 in a mixed-age Montessori classroom. This structure allows younger children to learn from older peers and older children to develop leadership skills.
Children experience a balance of guided Montessori lessons, hands-on math, language, science, practical life and sensorial work, small group time, circle time, outdoor play, weekly music instruction, and an organic, self-serve snack.
Montessori is a child-centered approach that emphasizes hands-on learning, independence, focus, and respect. Children progress at their own pace in a calm, thoughtfully prepared environment.
Our program builds early literacy, math, and problem-solving skills, as well as independence, focus, and social-emotional confidence — all essential for success in Kindergarten and beyond.
Yes, children should be fully potty trained before starting the program. We support independence in all areas, including self-care routines.
Each year our intentionally small class size ensures that each child receives individualized guidance and attention, fostering confidence and meaningful learning. We take ratios very seriously, and adjust as needed based on the number of returning students, as well as the ages of the students. Ratios range between 7:1 to 10:1 depending on previously mentioned factors
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