Dr. Maria Montessori believed hands-on activity with sensory-rich materials stimulated children and caused spontaneous learning to happen in miraculous ways. As Italy's first female physician, Dr. Montessori developed her approach to learning based on a foundation of medical and psychological knowledge. After opening her first Casa dei Bambini (Children's House) in 1907, she soon realized that children preferred her teaching materials to their own toys. Her teaching methods, which included innovative materials, a focus on brain development in the first six year of life and steadfast parent involvement, gained her worldwide attention as an educator.

Today, much of what Dr. Montessori espoused is widely accepted, although true Montessori teaching methods are still only practiced in some schools. The AMI accreditation assures parents that the highest level of Montessori education is being offered at our school.

The Approach
The broad vision of Montessori teaching sees education as an aid to life. By incorporating practical, daily activities into daily learning, children learn early independence. Montessori teaching also focuses on a child's individual sensitivities and tendencies while also believing in the universality of a child's potential and in trusting the spontaneous organizing power of the human mind.

The Teacher
Montessori teachers allow children to develop according to their own abilities. They coach, present materials, guide and then step aside as the child develops a sense of independence and individual experimentation and learning. They create a safe and stimulating environment and respect children as self-directed individuals.