Overview of Montessori Education

History of Montessori Education

Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and educator

(1870-1952).

The Montessori approach to education takes its name from

The Philosophy of Montessori Education “To aid life, leaving it free, however, to unfold itself, that is the basic task of the educator.”- Dr. Maria Montessori

What is Montessori Education

Montessori is a method of education that is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning and collaborative play. In Montessori classrooms children make creative choices in their learning, while the classroom and the teacher offer age-appropriate activities to guide the process.

Why Montessori? Social and emotional

development. Develop leadership skills and

independence. Helping students learn to study

most effectively. Students develop self discipline

and an internal sense of purpose and motivation.

Montessori Programs for Different Ages

Infant ( 0-3 years)Primary ( 3 to 6 years)Elementary ( 6 to 12 years)Adolescence ( 12 to 15 years)

Method of Montessori Education

The Montessori method focuses on respecting and encouraging each child's individual differences, providing a nurturing environment to teach social interaction and emotional skills.

Montessori Classroom

A Montessori classroom is different from a typical classroom in a number of important ways. By allowing children to play, instead of sit and listen to lectures, the classroom allows children develop the motivation to learn and explore.

Montessori Study Material

•Bucket of Lego blocks •Several pictures of simple objects •Books•Crayons•Xylophone etc

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