Why Montessori?
Since 1907, Montessori education has been successfully serving children and families around the world.
Montessori’s innovative, child-centered philosophy is consistently backed by contemporary research in education, neuroscience and human development. The holistic approach of the Montessori philosophy prepares children to engage deeply and thoughtfully with an ever-changing world.
Montessori Meets Children Where They Are
By design, Montessori education allows each child to move at their own pace. We know that learning is not linear, and that children are not ready to learn specific skills according to an adult-prepared timeline, or in perfect harmony with their peers. Kids who need more support with certain skills get that support, and those who are ready to move ahead are able to find the challenges they crave.
Our School Cultivates Community
Cedars Montessori is more than just a school. First and foremost we are there for our students, but we believe schools have the capacity to be so much more. We aim to make meaningful connections between everyone involved. Some of the ways we do this include:
- Giving our guides opportunities to connect with one another for development
- Encouraging our guides to form connections within the larger Montessori network
- Making sure parents and guides have ample time to discuss the child’s growth and needs
- Providing opportunities for parents to form relationships with one another
- Supporting families via parent education offerings
- Gathering as a whole school throughout the year
- Forming bonds between children at different levels
- Reaching out to make connections with the local community
Montessori Fosters Holistic Development
Montessori education offers a nurturing environment which supports children in all areas of their development - cognitive, emotional, social, and physical. We integrate intentional language and movement into everything our children do. We teach children how to navigate and resolve conflicts with respect. Our emphasis on the arts and sciences, cultural awareness, and relationships to the natural world gives children an understanding of the interconnectedness of all life.
Montessori Aims To Uplift Humanity
From the very beginning, Dr. Montessori understood that “the child is both a hope and promise for mankind.” She believed that by giving children the honor and respect they deserved, the benefits would trickle through to families, the community, and society in general.
At its heart, Montessori education strives for peace. The practice of peace begins with teaching our youngest learners how to be kind and gracious toward themselves and one another. A great respect for the natural world and all living things is a key element of this practice, as is reverence for the diversity of people, practices and cultures around the world.