What does Montessori Mean?

Dr. Maria Montessori (1870-1952) was the first woman to graduate from Medical School in Rome, Italy. Not long after this, she committed her life to observing young children, developing equipment and methods of teaching that would meet the needs of the whole child, educating adults who work with children, and promoting peace.

The “method” is based on the idea that the child has all the qualities that are needed to develop. And, if he or she is allowed to develop fully, he or she will not only bring happiness to himself, but will be the kind of person who will want to serve mankind.

Why is the Montessori Method good for my child?

Dr. Montessori believed that education should be an AID TO LIFE. Among the needs of the young child, she emphasized the need to move and manipulate, to develop language skills, to use all the senses, to become independent, to have love, security and discipline, and to have an orderly environment. The Montessori classroom is specifically designed to address each of these needs.