465-2 Ihei, Chatan-Cho, Okinawa, 904-0102 T: +81 (0)98 983-7303 |
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What is Montessori? |
Montessori is a remarkably simple yet brillant method of teaching. Dr Maria Montessori, an Italian physician, developed the Montessori Method. Dr. Montessori created her method and materials after observing the ways children naturally absorb information and learn, at different stages of their development. In the Montessori method, the teacher directs the child to a path he or she is developmentally ready to take and allows the child's own natural curiosity and sense of wonder to propel her along. Through this method children easily and joyfully learn math concepts, reading, writing, art, science, geography, foreign languages and music. |
How a Montessori Class Works |
The Teacher Presents The Lesson The Montessori materials are presented to the child in the form of a lesson. The child is shown a lesson individually or in a group, on new materials when the teacher observes that the child is ready for the next challenge. The Child Chooses Her Work The basic foundation of Montessori is the child's freedom to choose her work and remain with it as long as she is interested and challenged. The Child Works At His Own Pace The joy of learning comes from discovering the solution, mastering the skill, or simply "figuring it out" on his own. A child is never held back or pushed ahead for the sake of keeping pace with classmates. The Materials Are Self-Correcting Montessori materials teach your child multiple skills while building confidence and self-esteem. By design, they encourage the child to work in uncovering it's secrets. The Children Learn From Each Other Montessori classes are mixed ages, Preschool from 2 to around 3.5 years, Pre-Kindergarden from around 3.5 to 5 years and Kindergarden from around 5 years to 6.5. All the children benefit from the age differences. Younger children want to do what the older children are doing and look to them for mentoring. Older children gain confidence and a deeper understanding of their own work by helping the younger children. For More Information on East West Montessori Click Here |
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East West Montessori School Okinawa465-2 Ihei, Chatan-ChoOkinawa 904-0102Phone +81 (0)98 983 7303Fax + 81 (0)98 983 7373Email Us
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