The Program
The program is based on Maria Montessori’s
philosophy that the child is endowed with creative powers and that
productive transformation can only take place when these possibilities
are nurtured early in life.
The Prepared Environment is designed to enhance the
child’s natural interest in exploring the world through his senses.
The approach is to incite the child to participate in an exciting learning
journey and to explore the environment at his own pace.
The Program of Activities introduces the child to the
values of Practical Life Exercises, the many wonders of Language,
Mathematics , Science, Culture, Arts, and the importance of Community
Service. The ideas and skills are absorbed through sensorial
experience and practical immersion into the different areas of learning.
Admission is open only to 25 children from 2 years 9
months to 4 years old.
Montessori West offers a unique atmosphere that
individualizes guidance and enables the child to develop close, warm,
personal relationships with his peers and the staff. The parents’
involvement in school life brings wholeness and cohesion into the child’s
training.
Montessori West is one of a select group of schools
in Arizona recognized by the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI).
This recognition offers credibility to the school’s status within the
educational community as well as within the Montessori community. It
confirms a staunch support of Montessori principles faithfully put into
practice.
