Montessori Method
Child Led
The Montessori Method combines freedom with responsibility, allowing students to develop communication skills for solving problems in the real world. Teachers (Directresses) create a prepared environment for little hands to touch, smell, and hear. As active learners, children develop a sense of teamwork and self direction.
Curriculum
Teachers act as mentors in a child-led environment covering subjects in Math, Language, Grace & Courtesy, Practical Life & Culture (Science, History, Geography) in our defined curriculum. Students' progress is tracked through introducing, working on, and mastering each curriculum objective.
Grace & Courtesy
Maria Montessori knew the importance of having a strong social and emotional foundation. All children are developing in their own way to regulate their emotions. We assist with defining emotions and guide them with appropriate tools to adapt. Most importantly, DGMS respects each child through their struggles. Everyday mistakes are opportunities for children to learn empathy, conflict resolution, and identifying how he/she fits in.
Montessori Education
The Montessori method of education is centered around self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play. In Montessori classrooms, children are empowered to make creative choices in their learning journey, while the environment and highly trained teachers provide age-appropriate activities to guide their progress. Through group work and individual exploration, children have the opportunity to uncover and delve into knowledge of the world, nurturing their full potential.
Child-Centered Approach
Montessori education is known for its child-centered approach, which focuses on the individual needs, interests, and abilities of each child. Unlike traditional education, where the curriculum is often standardized and teacher-directed, Montessori allows children to take an active role in their learning, promoting independence, self-motivation, and a love for learning.
Individualized Instruction
Montessori education recognizes that each child learns at their own pace and has unique interests and learning styles. Montessori classrooms provide individualized instruction, allowing children to progress through the curriculum at their own speed, ensuring that they are neither held back nor rushed ahead.
Holistic
Development
Montessori education emphasizes the holistic development of the child, considering not only academic skills but also social, emotional, physical, and moral development. The curriculum is designed to address the whole child, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and social skills, creating a well-rounded individual.
Mixed Age
Grouping
Montessori classrooms typically have mixed-age groups, where children of different ages learn together. This setup allows younger children to learn from older peers and older children to reinforce their knowledge by teaching younger ones. It promotes collaboration, empathy, and a sense of community, unlike traditional education, which often separates children strictly by age.
Hands-On
Learning
Hands-On Learning: Montessori classrooms provide a rich environment with hands-on learning materials that engage children in concrete experiences. These materials are specifically designed to promote exploration, problem-solving, and the development of fine motor skills. This approach differs from traditional education, which often relies more on textbooks and passive learning.
Respect for
the Child
Montessori education places a strong emphasis on respect for the child. Teachers view children as capable individuals, valuing their opinions, choices, and autonomy. This approach fosters self-confidence, self-esteem, and a positive self-image, creating an empowering educational environment.​