1. How is Montessori different from traditional schools?
Children in Montessori school learn at their own pace, according to their own choice of activities. Learning occurs through all five senses, not just by sitting at a desk and listening, watching or reading. Our children experience learning as an exciting process of discovery leading to concentration, motivation, and self-discipline. These experiences combine to create a person who will enjoy a life-long love of learning. Classes span approximately three-year age groups: ages 1 ½ - 3, 3 - 6, and 6 -12. The older children in these communities of learning share their knowledge with the younger children.
2. Are Montessori Children Successful Later in Life?
Research studies have shown that Montessori educated students are well prepared for life emotionally, socially and academically. Scoring well on standardized tests, Montessori children are above average in following directions, adapting to new situations, turning in work on time, listening attentively, taking responsibility, asking provocative questions, and enthusiasm for learning.
3. How is Litchfield Montessori Accredited?
Litchfield Montessori School is accredited by the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) which is overseen by the Connecticut Board of Education, and we are an affiliate of the American Montessori Society (AMS) and the North American Montessori Teachers Association (NAMTA) and member school of Montessori Schools of Connecticut.
4. How are Montessori Teachers Trained?
Our teachers receive intensive training beyond the bachelor’s level at AMS accredited schools covering the principles of child development and Montessori philosophy as well as specific uses of the classroom materials. Montessori teachers are required to perform an internship under the mentorship of a master teacher.
5. Are there many Montessori schools?
There are approximately 4,000 Montessori schools in the United States and about 7,000 worldwide.
