Parent-Child Toddler Program

Children learn through play.  Montessori called children’s activities ‘work’ because it gives the children a deeper satisfaction about their learning.  In our program, each child will choose their own work and learn at their own pace.  You will be surprised as the children usually choose work appropriate to their developmental age.  One week, your child will discover materials that have been there all along, but he or she was not ready for them.  We do not pressure a child to do a particular work.  Also, your child will be free to repeat tasks as needed to fulfill their needs (‘sensitive periods’).  You can introduce a material or suggest it from time to time until your child shows an interest in it.  If necessary, you can show him very simply how to complete the activity so that he feels success from the start. 

It is important that young children have time to choose and work with materials without interruptions in order to develop their concentration.  In our unhurried and calm environment, your child will not be interrupted or rushed to complete a task.  The children are also not forced to share because that would disrupt their concentration.  We want your child to feel success not frustration in our peaceful classroom.  Movement is essential to brain development and a key concept of Montessori education.  In our classroom, children have freedom of movement as they choose their “work” and carry their materials to the table.  This is a good time to model how to handle materials with care and treat adults and other children with respect.  Grace and courtesy, respect for others and the environment are key principles of Montessori education.