Montessori Pre-School Parkmore, Sandton

Why should I send my child to a Montessori Pre-School?
A child’s mind is extremely absorbent and his curiosity is at his peak during these years. When properly nourished and stimulated, the child mind forms patterns of learning that will serve the child well throughout his life. The Montessori method system of pre-school education has proven to be one of the most effective and fastest growing methods to guide a child through these critical years. The Montessori approach is often described as an “education for life”
How is a Montessori pre- school different from other pre-schools?
In traditional pre-schools children are taught educational concepts in-group and are expected to learn at the same pace. (Teacher directed) In a Montessori classroom, the children are given individual lessons with each material. (Child directed) The special nature of the materials allows the children to continue to practice the lesson independently until the lesson is mastered. The adult stands back and observes the children making their own discoveries with the material and records their progress.
What is in a Montessori classroom?
The Montessori classroom is child-sized world with child size tables, chairs and shelves filled with beautiful wooden specialised learning equipment. Montessori emphasises learning through all five senses. A prepared environment is set up for the child to entice him to proceed at his own pace from the simple activities to more complex activities. The activities are from concrete to abstract .
What is the role of the Montessori teacher?
The Montessori teacher is called a Directress because she facilitates the classroom activity. She carefully prepares the children’s environment in the interests of the children and she helps the children progress from one activity to another. She gives the children individual and group lessons, providing guidance where needed

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