by Karen Disney | May 2, 2025 | Montessori Elementary, Montessori Philosophy
When it comes to choosing the right educational path for your child, the options can be overwhelming. Among the alternatives to traditional schooling, the Montessori method has stood the test of time—offering a child-centered approach that fosters independence,...
by Karen Disney | May 2, 2025 | Montessori Philosophy, The Montessori Classroom, Understanding Montessori
So you made the hard decision: you found a Montessori program that you love! You’re happy, your child is happy, everyone can settle down and enjoy the ride, right? Not so fast! There’s a big decision coming up. It seems far away at first, because — c’mon — one...
by Karen Disney | May 2, 2025 | Montessori Philosophy, Parenting Resources, Understanding Montessori
Choosing a preschool for your child can feel like a daunting task. Depending on where you live, your options might be limited or seem endless. If there is a Montessori school option in your area, consider these five benefits of Montessori education and see if...
by Karen Disney | Oct 28, 2021 | Blog, Parenting Resources
“Good job!” Your child just tied her shoes, crossed the monkey bars, showed you a drawing, or helped carry in the grocery bags. If you’re like many parents out there, the words just bubbled to the surface and came out of your mouth before you had a second...
by Karen Disney | Aug 26, 2021 | Blog, Child Development
Is your child ready for preschool? It can be a tough call. For many families with young children, knowing when a child is “ready for more” can come with a lot of doubt and uncertainty. Maybe your child has been in an at-home daycare since they were a baby, and the...
by Karen Disney | Jul 1, 2021 | Blog, The Montessori Classroom, Understanding Montessori
There are many factors to consider when selecting a program for your child. If you’re thinking about enrolling your child in a Montessori program, you might have some questions. Many parents want to understand the difference between Montessori and...
by Karen Disney | Jun 28, 2021 | Blog, Understanding Montessori
Montessori education has been around since 1907, but there are still some common misconceptions about what it is and what it isn’t. The answer to the question, “What is Montessori?” is not particularly straightforward. Here are our (brief) answers to some...
by Karen Disney | Jun 11, 2021 | Blog, Montessori Philosophy
There are many differences between Montessori schools and traditional preschool programs. One of the more noticeable is the use of mixed-age classrooms rather than age-based classrooms. Visit a good Montessori school and you’ll see three, four, and five-year-olds...
