Most educators and psychologists agree that the single most important period in the development of a person’s intelligence occurs between birth and age five. A child’s mind is absorbent, and his curiosity is at a peak during these early years. When properly nourished and stimulated, the child’s mind forms patterns of learning which serve him throughout his life. A Montessori school provides one of the most effective environments in which to guide a child through these critical years, allowing him to feel connected to a caring community, in which his individual developmental needs are satisfied by the manipulative materials. There he can learn at his own pace, free from the time pressures of our fast-paced society. At Montessori he will gain independence, self-esteem, and respect for others.

Last updated on 6 08 10 by Carol-Ann McKinley