MONTESSORI STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The primary goal of the Montessori School is to help children reach full potential in all areas of life. Activities promote the development of social skills, emotional growth and physical coordination as well as cognitive preparation. The holistic curriculum, under the direction of a specially trained teacher, allows the children to enjoy the experience of learning and time to enjoy the process. It also promotes the development of self-esteem and provides the experience from which children increase their knowledge.
Each Montessori class operates on the principle of freedom within limits. Each program has its ground rules which differ from age to age, but which are always based on core Montessori beliefs, respect for each other and for the environment.
Children are free to work at their own pace with materials they have chosen, either alone or with others. The Teacher relies on his or her observations of the children to determine which new activities and materials he or she may introduce to individual children or a small or large group. The aim is to encourage active, self-directed learning and to strike a balance between individual and group needs.
Children's curiosities and horizons are expanded through exposure to a variety of stimulating Montessori materials. Our teachers help children learn the limits of their behaviour and develop their interpersonal and group skills. Confidence in their abilities and their level of competence is encouraged and enhanced through their interaction with other children and their teachers.
A specially designed Montessori environment helps children realise the following goals:
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