Montessori CASA Program
The Montessori educational approach originated from the pioneering work of Maria Montessori, the first female Italian doctor, during the early 20th century. Drawing from her background as a scientist and physician, she meticulously observed children and crafted a school environment tailored to their innate tendencies, rather than opposing them.
What is Montessori?
A child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children. It is an individualized approach.
How would Montessori benefit your child?
It is a student-centered approach that encourages creativity and curiosity and leads children to ask questions, explore, investigate and think for themselves as they acquire skills.
- Beyond traditional academic subjects like Math, Language, and Science, Montessori places emphasis on two additional areas: practical life and sensorial learning. This comprehensive approach allows children to expand their minds across multiple dimensions.
- Montessori is tailored to the individual needs of each child, recognizing and nurturing their unique developmental pathways.
- In addition to academic growth, Montessori incorporates “peace education,” which equips children with emotional intelligence and teaches concepts such as conflict resolution with peers.
- Through this holistic approach, children in Montessori programs not only excel academically but also develop essential life skills, preparing them comprehensively for both school and beyond.
Practical Life
Activities build children’s concentration coordination, these exercises to help children learn skills used in everyday life. For young children, this includes carefully pouring water, tying their shoes, and scrubbing a table. For older children, this includes things like budgeting and starting a small business.
Sensorial
Language
Montessori is based on the fact that there is a sensitive period of language development and we create a rich learning environment to support it.
Mathematical
Concepts are introduced to the child using concrete sensorial materials. Initial exploration with sensorial materials encourages children to understand basic math concepts such as learning number recognition counting and sequencing of numbers.
Cultural
How will Montessori be a part of our facilities?
The parents will have the option of enrolling their preschool-aged child into our Montessori or play-based learning program. Please let the Site Director know before enrollment if you are interested in the Montessori program.