Meaningful Learning
What Makes Us Unique?
- Non-graded environments through elementary
- Teaching of cursive script
- Use of Montessori materials and hands on learning
- Combination of individual, small group and large group learning
- Work can be completed at a table or spread out on the floor
- Regular parent-teacher conferences beginning in the toddler program
- Regular student-teacher meetings beginning in the elementary years
- Multi-aged classes in 2-3 year cycles
- Freedom of movement at all levels
- Tuition based
- Integrated curriculum of art, music, foreign language, technology, mathematics, history, science, geography, reading, language and literature programs
- Relevant but minimal homework beginning in the elementary program
- Control of error built into equipment
- Work at own pace
- Observation by trained professionals for assessment and planning
- Individualized study plans
- Parents provide transportation
- Formal technology and foreign language integration beginning at elementary level
- Child centered
- Philosophy based on choice and self-direction
- Mastery and deeper learning promoted and encouraged over memorization
