About Us
philosophy
The objectives of the Montessori approach at the MSEO are to:
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Foster a high degree of self-confidence, independence, and enthusiasm for the learning process;
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Offer a well-rounded, enriching, and culturally diverse academic program;
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Provide an approach to teaching that recognizes each child's need for freedom with guidance, structure with love, and respect for ourselves, each other, and the environment;
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Allow plenty of uninterrupted time for the children to work with the materials in their own unique way, independently or in small groups;
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Foster each child's curiosity and creativity by empowering him to ask questions, try new ideas, and think for himself.
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These objectives are achieved by encouraging each child to take an active, independent role in his/her learning as well as responding to “sensitive periods” of learning. These “sensitive periods” are ones in which the child displays a heightened interest in some aspect of learning. In our Montessori environment, the teachers are trained to look for and encourage these sensitive periods.