Does a Montessori education prepare a child for the real world?
Children in a Montessori programme follow a very thorough and systematic curriculum based on three years of learning. Besides the knowledge they acquire, they learn excellent work habits. The children develop concentration, organization skills and problem solving skills. They also learn to take responsibility for their work. These are very important life skills that are essential for later academic learning and in the workplace. The ability to work independently is crucial, particularly when they move on to larger class size, and they are expected to understand concepts quickly and complete work without adult supervision. Of equal importance are the social and emotional development of the child in a Montessori programme. Children learn to be valuable contributing members of a community at the school and within the larger community. They also learn to respect the diversity of all individuals and work well with others.
