The Montessori Way

One of the great challenges — and opportunities — in education today is finding ways for Montessori and mainstream schools to learn from one another. Despite the apparent differences, these two systems share a common purpose: nurturing children into capable,...

  If Montessori education is to remain strong in the century ahead, the single most critical factor will be the preparation of the adults who guide the children. Buildings may change. Technology will evolve. But everything depends on the quality of the human...

  Budgeting, Funding, and Financial Planning for Your Dream by Tim Seldin, Montessori Foundation Once you’ve clarified your vision, confirmed your licensing or private-school pathway, and begun looking for the right property, the next big question usually looms...

  (First, a disclaimer: This article draws from public court records, state employment laws, and my many years leading independent and Montessori schools. It is not legal advice. Employment law varies dramatically between jurisdictions, and private schools...

  When your child is enrolled in a Montessori program, their learning doesn’t begin and end at the classroom door. One of the most wonderful aspects of the Montessori approach is that its principles can be seamlessly extended into your home — enhancing your...

  Filling Empty Seats with Heart and Hustle: A Proven Playbook for Montessori Schools From the Montessori Foundation — Helping Schools Thrive Since 1992 For more than three decades, we at the Montessori Foundation have helped schools across the country respond to...

  Disclaimer: I am not an attorney. The information in this article is based on publicly available sources and reflects my best understanding of current law and best practices. It should not be considered legal advice. For guidance on your school’s specific...

Tantrums, sibling rivalry, emotional overwhelm—these are real, and they’re hard. Any parent of a toddler or preschooler knows the sting of a grocery store meltdown or the tension of a fight between young siblings over the same toy for the third time that morning....

Ask Ms. Montessori Practical Wisdom for Parents In this column, we invite parents to bring their questions about raising children the Montessori way. Ms. Montessori offers gentle yet firm counsel rooted in deep respect for the child’s natural development. Whether the...

  Last week, a school administrator confided her frustration about a situation many of us have seen. One of her assistants said she “just loves” when a teacher plays the Silence Game. In this version, when the children become noisy, the teacher calls the Silence Game...