A Whole Child-Focused Environment
Montessori schools take the
entire student into account, focusing on their physical and emotional needs, as
well as academic needs. One of the ways in which this concept is most obvious
is in how teachers deal with bored or distracted students. Instead of taking a
disciplinary approach, teachers help the students understand their task or
direct them to a different one. There is also a certain degree of
responsibility for maintaining the classroom.
Flexible Schedules and Structure
One of the many advantages of
Montessori-style education is flexibility in students' daily schedules. Being
able to use this flexibility is an example of a skill that will benefit
students even after elementary school. Some examples of flexibility in this
setting include:- Field
trips that enrich the learning experience
- Visits to
local libraries for extra learning
- Interacting with special visitors to the school
Individually-Paced Lessons
The lessons in a Montessori curriculum are largely tailored to individual students and designed to help
them work at their own pace. Another one of the advantages is letting the
students put extra focus on lessons that interest them if they wish.
Ultimately, students will meet the goals for the curriculum while being able to
do it in a way that works for them. Your child's curriculum plan will suit his
or her needs as a learner more effectively than many other methods.
Increased Teamwork and Critical Thinking
Students will have plenty of
chances to collaborate with each other, learning valuable teamwork in the
process. Your child will have a great chance to develop necessary critical
thinking skills. These skills will help prepare them for success later in life.
By enrolling your child in a Montessori school, you're giving him or her a
great chance of success.Contact the Montessori School of Flagstaff Switzer Mesa Campus today to schedule a tour of our school to see and learn more about how Montessori education will be beneficial for your elementary aged child.
