Dr. Maria Montessori concluded 80 years ago that, at certain points early in a child’s life, they will pass through sensitive periods when they possess a unique and amazing ability for learning. To take advantage of these sensitive periods, the child is provided an environment (the Montessori classroom) that is equipped to stimulate his/her particular interest and allow them to exercise an innate ability to learn. To a child in this environment, learning is never difficult or tiresome.

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The Montessori method includes an environment (the classroom) with educational materials and equipment, many of which are self-correcting. The activities and materials encourage each child to discover for themself, within a framework of order, and choose and complete tasks designed for success at each stage of their development.

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This approach not only challenges the most gifted child, but also encourages each child to meet their potential. This is done with the guidance of a Montessori trained teacher. The children in a Montessori classroom continue to prove Dr. Montessori’s theory — children can learn to read, write and calculate as easily and naturally as they can walk and talk.

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A Montessori education provides a unique cycle of learning designed to meet the individual development of each child. Children who learn the basic skills of reading, writing and arithmetic in this natural way have the advantage of beginning their education without drudgery, boredom or discouragement. The goal for each child is the development of their ability to solve problems using an organized approach, to use freedom wisely, to respect themself and others, but above all to take the joy of learning with them throughout life.