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Principle of Orchard Montessori School

Let’s take a look at the 7 most important principles of Montessori education. These principles can be used both at Montessori schools and at home, by Montessori parents.

Play is work

We should take the play very seriously as it is the way the child expresses himself. Maria Montessori believed that playing is the ultimate way of learning and that children have a natural desire for knowledge that should be supported through the right tools.

Prepared environment

The prepared environment is an essential part of the Montessori method. It should be an environment of beauty, where children can move freely and act independently. The Montessori environment should also be structured and have the order. It may seem counter-intuitive to the “freedom of movement” but the truth is – toddlers love order and routine. It helps them to navigate the world they live in. If you want to know more, read how to create a Montessori playroom at home .

Independence

Montessori education leads to independence. It encourages exploration and teaches toddlers to take responsibility for themselves, their belongings, and the environment. The Montessori schedule often includes practical activities like sweeping or personal care. The golden rule of the Montessori approach is: “Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed.” – Maria Montessori

Hands-on learning

Children learn through experience. From birth to the age of 6, the child is able to learn new things effortlessly and unconsciously, just by being in the right environment and having the opportunities to explore. Maria Montessori called this concept the absorbent mind. It means the child is able to “absorb” new information like a sponge. “The most important period of life is not the age of university studies, but the first one, the period from birth to age six. For that is the time when man’s intelligence itself is being formed.” – Maria Montessori

Observation

Raising children in the Montessori philosophy means observing them carefully and noticing what they are interested in. There are certain periods – called sensitive periods – when the child is very interested in one kind of activity. It can be climbing, transporting things, focus on small details or language. By observing the children, we can provide appropriate activities and create an environment that will support the development of the skill they are currently focused on.

Freedom within limits

Freedom doesn’t mean children can do whatever they want. It means we give them the opportunity to choose freely from the options we approved and that are good for them – whether it’s the activity they want to engage in or the dress they want to wear. Montessori teachers and parents are guides (or, as Maria Montessori used to say, gardeners). We can provide the right conditions and point in the right direction, but we show respect to the way our children decide to go. Which brings us to the last principle…

Respect

The Montessori method is about mutual respect between the child and the parent. It also means that we understand that each child is a unique individual with his or her own needs, capabilities, and way of learning. "https://youtu.be/UzmvtVAuuyI.

About Us

We are a Montessori school we deal with children from age group 1.5 -6 years. We follow the Montessori approach and trying to cater to the needs of every child. We are an inclusion school where we include every child with various challenges. Through Montessori approach we are bridging the gaps between learning and achievement.

Our Mission

To learn and grow in their own pace and To motivate, perform and accomplish

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Montessori Curriculum

Montessori Program for Infants and Toddlers

Dr. Maria Montessori believed that the early years of a child’s life are paramount to the development of personality and intellect. Because mental development during these early years proceeds at an accelerated rate, and must not be overlooked

Montessori Curriculum focuses on these five key developmental areas, so as to build a solid foundation for the child’s future learning:

  • Sensory and Perceptual Development
  • Self-help Skills
  • Language Skills
  • Physical and Motor Skills
  • Social and Emotional Growth
Montessori Primary Program (3-6 years)

The Montessori Primary program offers a unique, mixed-age classroom environment, for children approximately 3 to 5 years old. Here, children engage in individual learning experiences, as well as one-on-one interactions, which are integral to the Montessori Method.
As children get older, they tend to see things that adults find ordinary as very interesting and special. Practical life exercises like sorting, pouring, or washing dishes absorb them completely.
We recognize this as the beginning of control and coordination of mind and body. That’s why Montessori learning revolves around tangible, hands-on experiences.


Children use concrete materials to learn math; movable alphabet letters to explore language; and cubes, cylinders and other objects to categorize, find spatial relationships, and more. Practical learning experiences explore key subjects including:

  • Science and Nature
  • Music and Movement
  • Sensorial
  • Cooking and Nutrition
  • History
  • Geography
  • Language Arts
  • Mathematics

In the process, children are discovering independence, confidence, and innovation.

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