In the quiet suburbs of South Sydney, Engadine Montessori Academy opens each weekday to educate and care for little ones, who enjoy growing in the natural and engaging learning environment. Since opening last year, the early learning campus has...
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Construction Begins at Oran Park Montessori Academy To meet the early education needs created by the rapid population growth in South-West Sydney, Montessori Academy is thrilled to announce that construction begun in early December at our newest...
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What’s the big deal with teaching independence to infants? Supporting children’s independence is one of the most consistent themes in Montessori education. But why is teaching independence important for infants? It is clearly easier, and less...
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New Early Education Centre for Engadine A new early education centre is opening its doors in Engadine. Engadine Montessori Academy is holding its grand opening on Saturday, from 9.30am to 1pm, and hopes to be operating by the end of the month...
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Why are my child’s shoes on the wrong feet? This is a common question in any Montessori toddler or preschool classroom. It often comes at pick up time, when families express concern that their child’s teachers may have incorrectly put on their...
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The Importance of Outdoor Play in Winter With the chill of winter settling in, it is timely to discuss the importance of outdoor play. During the cooler months, it is common for children to be restricted to indoor play at home, and only permitted...
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Introducing the Moveable Alphabet The Moveable Alphabet is a key part of the Montessori Language Curriculum. The material primarily teaches children how to develop their knowledge of the alphabet, and thus written language skills. The Moveable...
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How do children settle into the Montessori Environment? Joining a Montessori Preschool is an exciting time in your child’s development and education. Settling into the Montessori environment is a process characterised by three stages of...
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What are the Red Rods? The Red Rods are part of the Montessori Sensorial Curriculum. It is common for sensorial materials to isolate one quality, such as weight, to assist the child in better understanding their environment. The Red Rods are...
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Repetition and Child Development in Montessori Education Introduction Have you heard the adage: “practice makes perfect?” In early childhood, repetition forms the basis for learning, skill development, and accomplishment. Think about when a child...
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An Introduction to Cosmic Education Cosmic Education is a cornerstone of the Montessori Philosophy. At its core, Cosmic Education tells the story of the interconnectedness of all things. It describes the role of education as comprehensive...
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Sector Update: More Australian Families Choosing Long Day Care over Preschool More Australian families are now choosing to send their children to preschool programs within Long Day Care, like that offered by Montessori Academy, rather than...
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