What is “Montessori” and how does it impact the students at Patience Montessori School?
“Montessori” is the short name for a groundbreaking child-centered philosophy of education and method of teaching developed by Italian educator and physician, Dr. Maria Montessori. Montessori differs from other childcare principles in that it focuses on the child, and on making the child successful – on the child’s terms, not on the basis of what is most convenient to the teacher or institution. The educational method pioneered by Maria Montessori does not have any political or religious background, but is heavily focused on helping children reach their full potential, and that children educated in a nurturing environment are more likely to help achieve peace in our world. Maria saw that children could be given far more than a supervised environment while their parents are at work. Instead, Maria Montessori saw that children can learn amazing things that enrich them, their families, and our society, in a fun, nurturing and supportive environment. An award-winning 2005 book by Angeline
