The Montessori Method

The Montessori methodology was founded by the Italian educator and physician, Maria Montessori, in the early 1900s. The Montessori method of learning focuses specifically on the total development of the child, and provides a prepared atmosphere where children can learn through self-directed learning under the guidance of a trained Montessori teacher.

Maria Montessori founded the Association Montessori Internationale in 1929 to ensure that her approach to educate children would be carried out as she intended. Unlike traditional teaching methods, the Montessori style provides students with an interactive approach to learning that focuses on independent problem solving, self-discovery and nature-intensive learning.

Wheatley Montessori responds to the individual needs of each child. The curriculum is driven by a three hour uninterrupted work period in the morning where children actively participate and engage in learning experiences provided by the classroom’s five learning centers: practical life, sensorial, language, mathematics and cultural. An afternoon program is also provided for children ages of 4 and 5.