Why Montessori?

Why Montessori?

“To consider the school as the place where instruction is given is one point of view. But to consider the school as a preparation for life is quite another.” — Dr. Maria Montessori

Dr. Maria Montessori was a visionary. She saw in the young child endless potential and amazing powers that allow the child to complete the important work of becoming an adult. Dr. Montessori recognized the role of purposeful movement in the child’s development and charged the adult with protecting and fostering the freedom to explore.

Dr. Montessori also defined exacting standards by which to judge a school, a guide, an environment.  Accrediting bodies use these standards to evaluate schools and classrooms for the public. The following Frequently Asked Questions should help clarify the methods and practices.