Maria Montessori was a wise woman whose expertise with children and unique teaching philosophy spread rapidly throughout North America during the 20th century. Her core beliefs centered on small classroom size, manipulatives that link math and geography to day to day life and, promoting a sense of independence within the children. The philosophy at the French American Academy, includes some of Maria’s best tenets: small classroom sizes help us to know each student well and give them adequate support in a differentiated environment. We also embrace life-based teaching.  But, our educational approach goes further, by proactively promoting 21st century skills required in today’s world. Our modern culture includes an ever-changing global environment.  We believe that if the children attending The French American Academy are to succeed we must enhance their ability to understand, communicate and collaborate with others of varying backgrounds. Science is also part of our project-based instruction, including a daily problem solving exercise. Our bilingual program opens minds to global citizenship, and advances presentation skills. The true bilingual education opens the mind exponentially allowing the brain to learn and connect beyond words. Please take 2 minutes to watch our video “the path we choose”.