Montessori School
The Montessori Method is an education system developed by Maria Montessori who was the first woman to ever qualify as a doctor in Italy (1896). Through her scientific observation and work with children, she founded the Casa die Bambini (or Children's House) where she developed a philosophy that met the progressive needs of the developing child. This philosophy is based on a child's intrinsic motivation for learning and self-initiated growth.
In a Montessori classroom, a child learns from interacting with materials which provide a concrete representation of an abstract concept. In this way, a child learns an abstract concept with concrete and interactive materials which compel a child to become a self-directed learner through experimenting and problem-solving. The teacher (or directress) guides a child in this process to build self-confidence and cognitive development.
The Montessori classroom is also unique in that it is a mixed age classroom, and the child has the option to choose their activity that are in line with their intrinsic interest. The curriculum is designed with uninterrupted activity time to develop their concentration.
Montessori Curriculum Overview
Practical Life
The Practical Life exercises include activities that involve the child in purposeful work that give a sense of accomplishment and pride while developing motor skills, coordination and proper work habits. This area of the curriculum encourages social development with specific focus on “Grace and Courtesy”.
Sensorial
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Language
Students are introduced to materials that encourage vocabulary enrichment, phonetic sound recognition and cursive letter formation. The language curriculum includes pre-reading and prewriting presentations and follows the child through to “Total Reading and Writing”.
Mathematics
The Mathematics curriculum includes a variety of counting, number recognition as well as symbol and quantity matching exercises. The students’ progress to understanding Mathematics concepts using concrete materials and develop to understand abstract concepts.
Cultural Curriculum
This area of study introduces the child to Geography, History, Botany, Zoology and Science curriculums. The students are again involved with vocabulary enriching materials that also create an awareness and appreciation for the physical world and all that it encompasses.
Creative Art/Music & Movement
The students participate in various Art projects that reflect classroom themes, cultural celebrations and festive holidays. The students are also exposed to rhythm, songs, dance and movement.
How Is It Different From Traditional School System?
No interruption during the attentive work cycle(3 hours work cycle)
Not graded
Multi age grouping
Choose subjects according to the child’s own interests
How Does a Montessori Education Benefit Children?
Montessori education offers our children opportunities to develop their potential as they step out into the world as engaged, competent, responsible, and respectable citizens with an understanding and appreciation that learning is for life.
“Education is a natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment.”
“The Goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child’s own natural desire to learn.”
- Dr. Maria Montessori
Montessori Educational Aims
Beginning at an early age, Montessori students develop the sense of order, coordination, concentration, and independence.
Each child is valued as a unique individual.
Students are part of a class and caring community.
Montessori students enjoy freedom within limited guidelines.
Students are supported in becoming active seekers of knowledge -Focus of a child centered education.
What Motivates Us
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Evelyn Y
I believe their Montessori and forest programs are well balanced to improve kids’ various skills. In addition, the WKA provides children with great quality lunches every day. My little one could learn and follow routines such as cleaning up toys and dishes after lunch, washing hands, etc.
I am glad to see my kid is enjoying his preschool. If you decide to have the WKA, you can see how much your child love that place.
Nayoung Kim
My boy is so happy to be here and I love this place! Teachers are very professional and supportive. They provide a great quality of lunch for kids.
Every day they went outside and played with the nature, and I believe it makes the kids happy and healthy.
I strongly recommend this place.
Annie Kim
My first son started attending this center in November of last year. He goes into the forest for two hours every day and participates in Montessori education. I've noticed that he has become more adventurous and is growing in his abilities and resilience. I feel that sending him to this preschool was a good decision. The programs offered by this preschool are excellent, but what I admire the most is the dedication and attitude of the teachers and staff toward the children. They embrace the children with love and provide consistent guidance. They also prepare healthy meals with fresh ingredients for the children every day.
Since my son started attending Wise Kids Academy, he looks forward to going to preschool every day. He even waits eagerly for the days he can go, even on weekends and holidays. I am truly grateful to have such a preschool in Calgary where I live.
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