Why Choose Montessori For An Early Education ?
Families typically choose Montessori Education because it aligns with their parenting style, views about early childhood education, and aspirations for their child. Parents with a ‘Montessori Mindset’ see that children are immensely capable, and equally value the importance of children’s wellbeing and academics.
Why Families Choose Montessori
Choosing the right early education provider begins with finding the people, place, and program that makes you feel like your family belong.
Families that choose Montessori Academy value the importance of early childhood education and want their child to have the best start to life. This is a given.
Dig deeper, and you will find what we call a ‘Montessori Mindset,’ which is a set of core beliefs and values that shape how you parent, your aspirations for your child, and how you feel about the role education plays in life.
If you agree with the points below, you know you’re in great company. We look forward to welcoming you to the Montessori Academy Community!
Why Families Choose Us
- Personalised Curriculum
- Encourages independence
- Holistic approach to learning and development
- Develops problem solving skills
- Encourages social skills and collaboration
- Addresses all learning styles
- Promotes a life-long love of learning
Parents with a Montessori Mindset Tend to Agree
Respect for the Child
- Children are born intelligent and capable
- Children learn in different ways and at different paces
- With the right stimulation the development of reasoning and problem-solving skills can be nurtured
- Negative behaviour is best regulated through positive discipline based on mutual respect, effective communication, and focusing on solutions
The Importance of Early Education
- The first six years of life are the most important in children’s education as this is when the foundation of their intelligence and core personality is formed
- Education should focus on academics and wellbeing
- Kindness, independence, creativity, problem-solving skills, and a sense of wonder are key wishes for your child
Independence
- Children should be encouraged to develop a high degree of autonomy
- Children learn best when they are allowed to discover and correct their own mistakes
- Children enjoy participating in real-life activities that are functional and useful
- Children are immensely capable when given the right opportunities
Learning and Development
- Learning should be active, fun, and self-paced
- Children learn best through hands-on experience, problem solving, and real-world applications
- Motivation to learn should come from within and not gold stars or rewards
- The goal of education is to inspire children to become successful life-long learners