All About The Montessori School of Northampton

Check out the Montessori School of Northampton if you're in Massachusettes and you're considering sending your child to a Montessori school. This fantastic school is based on the teachings and educational philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori, Italy's first female doctor. Dr. Montessori believed that children were born with extraordinary creative potential just waiting to blossom. After working with special needs children, she wondered if some of the techniques that were so effective on them could be applied to children without special needs.

** Children's Education Tip ** On Children's Learning Problems... If you suspect that your child may have a learning problem, it is a good idea to talk to a speech-language pathologist, or have your child evaluated by a learning disabilities specialist or child psychologist. Various assessment tests or methods are used to identify whether there is indeed a problem or not. And, the proper evaluations and solutions will then be proposed.

One feature of the Montessori method of teaching involves grouping children into three year age groups. The rationale being the children will naturally teach each other and learn from each other. This give and take process creates nurturing, helpful children that understand the value of teamwork and community.

The Montessori School of Northampton's elementary program accepts children from six years of age to twelve years of age. The school day runs from 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. However the school itself is open from 7:30 am to 5:00 p.m. and offers before and after school care.

The curriculum for the elementary program include literacy, language, zoology, botany, math, geography, art, and special activities such as research programs and field trips. At the Montessori School of Northampton, your child is surrounded by a nurturing environment where he or she can learn at his or her own pace.

Do make an appointment to visit the school if you are considering enrolling your child in The Montessori School of Northampton. Once there, you will meet the staff and learn more about the school and the application process.

** Children's Education Tip ** It is important to spend quality time with your child. Give them love, and ensure a happy, and stable home environment so that they will grow up to be confident and capable young adults. Get them involved in family events, and be involved in their lives. Offer your support, love, and even money, if necessary. However, you must also allow them to be independent, and allow them space to grow up.

Currently, the Montessori Elementary program costs about $8,000 for one year of tuition. However, there are financial aid programs you can apply for to help you afford the costs if necessary. Upon your initial visit to The Montessori School of Northampton, you can request information about how to apply for this financial aid for your child.

The Montessori School of Northampton also offers various fun and educational summer sessions. These programs are several weeks in length and focus on things like art, drama, science, and exploration.

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