"The development of the child during the first three years after
birth is unequaled in intensity and importance by any period that precedes
or follows in the whole life of the child." Maria Montessori
FAQ
Q-Is Montessori just for preschool children?
Maria Montessori based her philosophy and method on observations she made of preschool children in Italy about 100 years ago. The philosophy and method have been used around the world ever since to educate children from infancy through adolescence.
Q-Are Montessori schools religious?
Some are, but Brush Creek is not affiliated with any religious group. The school welcomes students from all cultural and religious backgrounds.
Q-Are children in Montessori classrooms relatively unsupervised and can do whatever they want?
At first glance, the active Montessori classroom may appear chaotic or disorganized. After a brief time, the observer realizes that all students are engaged in a learning activity, either singly or in quiet groups, that teaches, explores, or reinforces a lesson. The head teacher and assistant move around the classroom guiding students in their activities and suggesting further ways to explore the topic of interest. Each child progresses at his/her own pace from one activity to the next until the lesson is mastered.
Q- Is Montessori out of the mainstream?
The Montessori philosophy allows each child to grow and learn at his/her own pace. The path each child chooses may
vary, but the result is that each child learns how to and loves to learn. That is the basic goal of every school. Or should be.
Q-Does Montessori encourage creativity?
Following one's own path is one definition of creativity.
Q-Do Montessori classrooms push children too far too fast?
A basic tenant of the Montessori philosophy is "follow the child." The Montessori-certified teacher is trained to be observant and is aware of each child's level of study, interests, and rate of progress. The teacher guides the child through the Montessori educational materials and entices the child to learn more.
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