Why are children placed in multi-age groups?
Montessori classes bring children together in multi-age groups, usually spanning three age levels. Children stay with their teachers for three years. This allows teachers to develop close and long-term relationships with their students and encourages a strong sense of community among the children. In a mixed-age classroom, the younger children have the opportunity to learn by observing their older peers and the older children gain confidence by sharing their experiences. These mixed groups do not lead to competition or bullying. They help children learn the value of teamwork and supporting one another.
