About Montessori Smile School

Each classroom in a Montessori preschool is unique, even though they are all part of one educational system. Some core philosophies that set a Montessori preschool apart from a traditional daycare include the following:

 

Time:

A Montessori preschool values time and sees every moment as an opportunity for learning and education. In a Montessori preschool, children begin the learning process during infancy, with the introduction of Montessori activities teaching math, geography and more at the age of 2. 

 

The Montessori philosophy also values stability over time, which is why Montessori children will stay with the same teacher for multiple years, unlike a traditional daycare where the children are exposed to a new teacher each year. This extended time period with teachers enables Montessori children to bond with their teacher on a deeper level. Most importantly, it allows the teachers to develop and implement a long-term, individualized learning plan for each child in their classroom.

 

Flexibility:

A Montessori classroom encourages flexibility. Montessori teachers will emphasize the individual needs of each child and will allow the students to work and move at their own pace. In a Montessori classroom, children are encouraged to move and learn freely by engaging in activities that interest them and collaborating with others. Each child is given the opportunity to work and learn at their own pace until they fully comprehend a topic.

 

Holistic Approach:

Montessori teachers are extensively trained and devoted to developing well-educated, well-rounded, and highly successful individuals. Through the holistic approach, Montessori students are nurtured to develop social skills and positive life habits by collaborating and working on activities as a group. The holistic approach also involves peer-to-peer mentorship, as older students are given the opportunity to mentor younger students, developing traits such as cooperation, altruism, and leadership.

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Our Teachers have not only completed their Montessori education, but also have University degrees, and they strive to provide an enriching and positive learning experience. Meet the teachers here.

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An association between Montessori Education in childhood and adult wellbeing

One study revealed that attending Montessori for at least two childhood years was associated with significantly higher adult wellbeing. A second analysis found that the difference in wellbeing between Montessori and conventional schools existed even among the subsample that had exclusively attended private schools. A third analysis found that the more years one attended Montessori, the higher one’s wellbeing as an adult. Source: Frontiers in Pyschology

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Freedom:

In a Montessori preschool, children are encouraged to move about the classroom freely, exploring and engaging in a variety of activities of their choosing. This freedom allows each student to learn through hands-on interaction in a stimulating Montessori environment. By avoiding the repetitive memorization of facts and concepts enabled by traditional schooling, the Montessori philosophy inspires children to develop a true love of learning by allowing children to make their own choices.