What if at some point my child needs to transfer to a public school? Wouldn the transition be difficult?
Generally, Montessori elementary students who later transfer to public schools actually experience less difficulty than other children who transfer from one public school to another, due to moving or other reasons. Montessori children, who have developed a high degree of self-confidence, independence, and enthusiasm for the learning process, normally can adapt to all sorts of new situations, including making a smooth transition to any elementary classroom. The self-discipline they have developed allows them to adjust to a teacher directed class if necessary and their strong sense of self-respect helps them to handle the temptations of peer pressure.
Related Questions
- Can my child stay in a Montessori school through elementary and middle school or should she transfer to a traditional school at some point?
- My child is currently enrolled in an APS or other public school. Can he/she transfer to Southwest Intermediate?
- How will parents know if their child may be eligible to transfer to a new school under public school choice?
