There are many different educational philosophies, ideas and methods out there in the world. It can be confusing at times, because following one or more of these is also a personal preference. I want to look at some of the different philosophies over a series of vlogs (not all in a row though, just to give a heads up). Let’s start with Montessori.

A Montessori education is student led and self paced. It is not “taught” but is rather guided and assessed by teachers. This philosophy appeals to, rather than fights against the nature of children. For example, if your child needs to move while learning then let them.

Here are some of the fundamentals of Montessori:

Experiential learning by doing rather than by memorizing facts. Concrete materials are used, like wooden cutouts of letters and numbers.
Mixed aged classrooms they are also mixed skill levels. Younger children learn from observing the older, and the older ones solidify their learning from teaching the younger ones.
No “Set lessons” with time constraints rather than having a 2030 minute lesson on one subject and then moving on, there are blocks of time to learn which enables all subjects to be covered.
Practical and sensory education is also important, not just academics.
Educating the whole child physical, spiritual, social, mental and emotional.
Individualized curriculum group lessons are not taught but rather oneonone according to your child’s ability, level and needs.
Prepared environment designed with everything the children need to explore and learn independently.


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