M ontessori has a very rich and extensive curriculum in language, mathematics, geography and science. It places an emphasis on early childhood education, which makes it an effective method of fostering a love of learning in very young children. Montessori is multi-age, which means that younger students can learn from older students while older students can demonstrate their mastery of certain skills.
Instruction is tailored to the individual.
Montessori students learn at their own pace and make their own choices, which teaches them to be independent and self-disciplined. Character counts in the Montessori classroom. An emphasis is placed on being responsible for their own learning environment, so students are taught to clean up after themselves and to be courteous and mindful of their classmates. Though they are taught to model independent learning, Montessori students do cooperate and work together and understand the value of teamwork. Montessori students learn by doing and, thus, develop a foundation towards becoming an active, productive member of society.