Curriculum

"Free the child's potential and you will transform him into the world." // Maria Montessori

Proven Theories. Proven Education. The programs at Montessori Centre are designed to follow the authentic approach developed by Dr. Montessori. Each of our programs serve to meet the developmental needs of our children as individuals, allowing them to progress at their own pace. The programs are constructivist, with each one building on the one before it, offering developmentally-appropriate challenges and opportunities.

Toddler Program

Toddlers begin to assert their own will and experiment with social roles, therefore our toddler program focuses on developing the child's independence in a kind and courteous manner.

Through careful observation, teachers identify the child's interests, needs, and abilities and guides her to appropriate activities. These "works" are designed to hone particular skills such as language, defining shapes, sensorial skills, and learning how to interact with others.

Consistency is exceptionally important at this age, so our daily schedule is built upon a predictable routine. This environment produces a deep sense of safety and trust which allows the children to thrive.

Primary Program

Dr. Montessori believed that it is more important to cultivate a natural desire to learn than it is to fill a child with facts. In the primary program, our goal is to develop a genuine lifelong love of learning. We focus on the whole child, introducing them to activities focused on practical life, sensorial, science, geography, art, math and language. Our rooms are designed to deepen each child's connection to his physical environment. Modern scientific research confirms what Dr. Montessori believed over 100 years ago - that this physical exploration is crucial to pediatric neurological development.

Perhaps the most unique aspect of a true Montessori education is our implementation of the "three-year cycle." During their time in Primary, children remain in the same room with the same teachers and peers for three years. This wide span of time allows children to move on to more advanced activities as they are ready, while also being able to revisit more fundamental concepts as needed. This collaborative environment also allows children to observe and learn from each other instead of solely relying on their teachers for guidance.

Our 3rd year children in Primary comprise the Leadership Team, which meets once a week for extra lessons in character education and team building exercises. This capstone year is fundamental in preparing children not only academically, but socially and emotionally, for the years ahead.