Montessori
The major emphases of the program include:
- Self-discipline and independence
- Internal sense of purpose and motivation
- Mutual respect and global perspective
- “Learning how to learn"
What are the Characteristics of a Montessori Classroom?
- The classroom environment is calm and quiet
- Students work independently or in small self-selected groups
- Students are very independent
- Students work collaboratively instead of competitively with each other
- Lessons are developed around life skills
- Students remain with a teacher for several years
- Students learn from each other
- The classroom is the “children’s house”
Students in the Montessori Program are provided:
- An environment that fosters creativity and curiosity
- The opportunity to “learn from each other”
- Choices about their work.
- A setting in which respect, responsibility, cooperation, and conflict resolution are emphasized
- A viable alternative to the traditional classroom