History of The Montessori Method

Maria Montessori (1870-1952) was the first woman doctor to graduate from the University Hospital Rome.

The Montessori Method is a method of education that combines a philosophy with a practical approach, based on ideas of freedom for the child within a structured and carefully planned environment.

• All Children want to learn, to investigate and find out. They enjoy active learning where they are involved as much as possible.
• From birth to six years children have Absorbent Minds.
• The quality of early experiences influences self-construction and personality development.
• Children pass through Sensitive Periods, which are periods of intensive sensitivity to a certain area of development or concept forming. For example, walking / writing / reading.

With these characteristics in mind we aim to encourage children to cultivate their own personality and individuality as well as allowing natural development.

This basic outline of The Montessori Method highlights the key points. Our specialist approach and apparatus assist in the highest quality of education for the young child. We lay down foundations for future development and concentrate on every aspect of development thus educating the whole child. Montessori is an education for life. Children learn to balance responsibility with freedom of choice. The emphasis is on self-discipline, self-esteem and co-operation. Children foster a love for learning and develop at their own individual rate.

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