The children learn diligence and good study habits that will last a lifetime. Most importantly, children can flourish in an atmosphere where they are respected as individuals. The philosophy of Fallbrook County Day School is based upon the Montessori approach, viewing education as an aid to life. We teach thinking skills and responsible interaction with others. The freedom to choose work under the guidance of a skilled and devoted teacher is the hallmark of Montessori education.
Freedom is achieved through order and self-discipline.
Respect for a child s personality and trust the child s potential are prerequisites to the foundation of an effective education alliance between the school and home. This is accomplished by building on the child s interests, nurturing enthusiasm, and making activities available to fit individual needs. Because interest is stimulated and the Montessori materials are at hand whenever a child is ready, most children begin to read and calculate at an early age. Each classroom is equipped with specially designed apparatus developed by Dr. Montessori for the teaching of every subject, from math and reading to geography and sciences, providing the children with hands on experience in abstract concepts. Children learn differently than adults, and Montessori recognizes and expands upon this by capturing the child s interest with materials with appeal to both his senses and growing intellect.