Children who enjoy learning through exploration and have keen problem-solving abilities thrive in Montessori school settings. These schools offer children as young as toddlers that chance to discover the world around them on their terms. They provide a safe, encouraging environment for children to grow.
Parents who have children who prefer to move about their space and learn better with groups of children who have similar learning styles may find that some pre-schools in Alsip are too rigid. Here are some tips to help parents and children find the right fit.
Open Classroom Settings
Traditional pre-kindergarten classrooms have a structured day that requires children to sit at a desk or table for long periods and do classwork. For children who learn through doing, this setting doesn’t allow them to thrive. These children need open classroom settings that encourage them to move from one area to the next to use their imagination and explore their surrounding to learn.
Mixed Age Groups
In the typical daycare setting, children are grouped according to age. Mixed-age group setting let children learn from each other and encourages leadership, shared learning experiences, and prepares children for the “real” world where they’ll work with people of all ages and from all backgrounds.
Hands-on Activities
Children who learn through exploration and doing thrive when they have hands-on learning experiences. Montessori schools encourage this style of learning and don’t rely on so-called classroom work.
To learn more about the benefits of a Montessori pre-school, Alsip families should contact Council Oak Montessori School.
