Our teachers guide the child through individual and group lessons. Children work at their own pace with materials they have selected and are free to work independently or with others. The teacher closely observes the child and recognizes when he/she is ready to progress. She will then introduce the child to materials that will continue to develop the child’s skills and abilities.

The primary materials are hands-on and demonstrate concepts in a concrete manner. It has been proved by much research that the young child is a kinesthetic learner and this is the optimal way for the young child to learn and understand basic concepts.

The child progresses sequentially through a range of increasingly complex activities. The materials are self-correcting so the child experiences success at each stage and is never discouraged by attempting work that is beyond his/her skill level.

This constant affirmation breeds self-confidence and a love of learning. Children do not need tangible rewards such as stickers. Montessori children develop a natural appetite to learn and delight in his/her own accomplishments is sufficient reward.