What is Montessori
Developed in the 1800’s by Dr. Maria Montessori- an Italian medical doctor turned educationist, who developed ideas for educating children who were thought of as ‘uneducable’ at the time. She caught everyone’s attention when most of her ‘uneducable’ students passed the state standardized test in reading and math, with some scoring above average.
Convinced that the same principles she has used with these children will work with other children in the mainstream schools, she opened her first Children’s House in 1907, which recorded a huge success and since then the Montessori movement has grown from strength to strength. Today, the Montessori method is the single-most adopted educational philosophy in the world, with over 22’000 Montessori schools in 110 countries all over the world and still counting! While most of Dr. Montessori’s work, methods, principles, and materials are directed at children from nought to twelve years of age, they have also been used in the rehabilitation of dementia and Alzheimer’s patients. For an educational philosophy that began in a small schoolhouse in the slum area of Italy, the testimonials and legacy have proved it’s worth. Employing the Montessori method at pre-school level is one of the things that have made Heritage House Montessori outstanding.
That solid education that children receive in the early year he has actually proven to be a solid foundation for most children who pass through our nursery and the effects are seen through the elementary years and even beyond. We have seen a remarkable difference between children who start their journey to knowledge and learning in our Montessori classrooms and those who join the school at elementary level. Many of our students continue to exhibit that thirst for knowledge and so much joy for learning long after they have graduated from our school, because learning was introduced to them in a fun and exploratory way. The children never see learning as drudgery and easily apply the knowledge gained in the world around them. If you want to learn more about the Montessori method of education and how it can help your child, you are encouraged to view these sites and articles. Montessori Accreditation Commission for Teacher Education
Association of Montessori Educators in Nigeria
The Learning curve – A Most Thought – Provoking Call by Carly Tolson
Madness: 321 Fast Draw video
Montessori Primary Guide
The Montessori Mafia
The innovator’s DNA by J. H Dyer, H. B. Gregersen & C. M. Christensen in the Harvard Business Review
