The Montessori learning environment aims for the fullest possible development of the whole child, ultimately preparing him for life’s many rich experiences. Complemented by her training in medicine, psychology and anthropology, Dr. Maria Montessori (1870 – 1952) developed her philosophy of education based upon actual observations of children. Children pass through sensitive periods of development early…

The 2-6 year old child is ready to organize all the information she has taken in from birth (and perhaps before birth). This is a period of creating clear categories in the brain and of strengthening and linking and cross-referencing neural connections. Language is a great aid to the work of the Primary child, and…