The Montessori Way

Maria Montessori (1870 to 1952) was the first woman doctor to graduate from the University Hospital, Rome. The Montessori Method is a method of education that combines a philosophy with a practical approach, based on ideas of freedom for the child, within a structured and carefully-planned environment.

Dr Montessori suggested that all children are intrinsically motivated, and have an absorbent mind from birth to six years. This absorbent mind gives the child an amazing capacity for absorbing information, concepts and their environment.

Montessori’s ideas developed as a result of observing and recording children’s behaviour, and responses to apparatus and activities. It is a scientifically-based method that is structured and directed by the teacher in the classroom.

We embrace The Montessori Method

Eco Montessori aims to make the child’s first experience of school happy and stimulating.

The Montessori Method provides education for life and each child is considered as an individual. Our aim is to encourage the child’s natural development, as well as introducing social behaviour and good manners.

Our approach is child-centred, and the child is respected within the school’s special environment. Children are encouraged to develop and broaden their educational experiences in a caring and gentle atmosphere. This enables the child’s first steps in education to be enjoyable and inspiring.

The key components of the Montessori Method are the special qualities of the environment and the teacher.