In the early 1900s, Maria Montessori saw great need for reform in the educational system. Her passion became to develop educators and schools that would foster the "whole personality of the child," not only the academic side. Within her educational system exist three primary principles: Individual...
How Can Parents Facilitate Enrolling Their Children? Children benefit from a year-round educational program tailored to students’ individual needs. The school’s individualized curriculum makes it easy for students to adjust to the learning environment and feel a part of their group studies, regardless of when they...
I recently read an article about the developers of Montessorium, who introduced Montessori applications for the iPad. It reminded me of the controversy surrounding the use of technology in the Montessori classrooms. Both sides of the argument try to deduce what Dr. Maria Montessori herself would...
Dramatic Play is defined as play in which children act out roles – a child feeding a baby doll, cooking in a play kitchen, etc. It is true that children enjoy role playing. As soon as they start walking they want to do what they...
Did you know that our certified staff at Meadow Montessori School apply Montessori’s ideas in the best and most up-to-date ways fit for all young children? We teach children using current technologies in the most productive ways. We ensure that children with all learning styles keep...
Of course, at Meadow Montessori School we know that Early Childhood Education (ECE) is essential for future success. In 2002, the White House initiated the Good Start, Grow Smart program. The initiative stated, “When young children are provided an environment rich in language and literacy...
This is a friendly reminder that November is Parent-Teacher Conference month! Witness Your Child's Montessori Education We ask all parents to sign up on the conference schedule inside your child’s classroom. Our teachers are looking forward to talking with each of you and sharing information about the...
World Peace Day, otherwise known as the International Day of Peace, is observed annually on September 21st, and this year we gathered our lovely Montessori preschool in Richmond, Texas together to sing Light a Candle for Peace. What is World Peace Day? World Peace Day, is a...
A Montessori education is what's best for today's and tomorrow's kids. The bottom line is, quality Montessori educators are committed to providing an innovative and academically challenging curriculum that empowers our students to be independent thinkers and future leaders. Shaping Young Brains for Future Innovations Italian physician...
Why is it important to schedule a tour of your child's new school? Simply put, understanding the school layout, processes, and seeing the staff in action are an important piece of you and your child's comfort level. At Meadow Montessori, we understand that you are...