What is Montessori?

The Montessori Philosophy was developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, one of Italy’s first female physicians. Through observation in her own work with children, Dr. Montessori discovered the processes critical in the young child's learning.

Montessori Education is designed to meet the essential developmental needs of children.

Early Childhood student learning plant forms

Children thrive in the Montessori environment that has been designed to meet their specific learning and social needs:

  • A three-hour work cycle fosters concentration and meaningful activity

  • Independent learning to meet the unique development of every child

  • Materials that allow for purposeful learning through discovery and practice

  • A well-established sequence of skills that build upon one another

  • Multi-aged groupings to promote rich learning opportunities

  • An environment of respect for others, the classroom and world