The Montessori preschool setting functions as a “living room” for its young occupants. Children autonomously select their tasks from readily accessible shelves stocked with self-correcting materials and engage in activities within designated areas. Over time, a communal transformation, termed “normalization,” unfolds, characterized by intense focus and minimal disruptions.
Normalization represents the transition from a state of undisciplined and disorderly behavior to one of self-discipline and order, from being easily distracted to becoming highly concentrated through active involvement with the environment. This transformative process occurs through repeated interactions with materials that captivate the child’s attention.
In certain instances, this internal shift may manifest suddenly, leading to profound concentration. In the Montessori preschool philosophy, academic proficiency serves as a means to an end, with manipulatives regarded as tools for holistic development.
In the Montessori preschool, five distinct areas constitute the prepared environment:
- By practicing self-care, environmental stewardship, politeness and grace exercises, and physical coordination, practical life improves the development of task organization and cognitive order.
- The child can arrange, categorize, and explain sensory perceptions in terms of length, width, temperature, mass, color, pitch, etc. in the Sensorial region.
- Mathematical manipulatives help children internalize notions like numbers, symbols, sequence, operations, and fundamental fact memorization.
- The study of grammar, creative dramatics, children’s literature, oral language development, written expression, and reading are all considered language arts. Sandpaper letters, alphabet cutouts, and other activities help kids build their foundational reading and writing skills by helping them connect sounds and letter symbols and write thoughts down.
- The child learns the fundamentals of geography, history, and the biological sciences through cultural activities. The integrated cultural curriculum includes instruction in music, art, and movement.
The psycho-social, physical, and intellectual functions of the child are all integrated into the Montessori preschool setting. Its crucial job is to give pupils a broad, early foundation that consists of:
- Abiding curiosity
- A habit of concentration
- A positive attitude toward school
- Habits of initiative and persistence
- Inner security and a sense of order
- Pride in the physical environment
- Self-discipline
- The ability to make decisions
- A sense of responsibility to other members of the class, school, and community
Throughout their time in school, your kid will be able to gain more specialized information and abilities thanks to this Montessori foundation.
Parkridge Montessori School also offers:
- Half-day program from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM,
- School Day program from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- A full-day program from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
We offer programs in the following areas for students from 2 1/2 to 6 years of age.
Extra Curricular
You can choose to enroll your child in these programs. The notification and sign-up sheets are affixed to the bulletin board. Payment for these programs is made directly to the facilitation company; tuition is not included in this amount.
For an unforgettable Preschool experience, secure your child’s spot now! Contact Nushrat Haque, our Director, at 214-403-1646 and School Ph: 214-812-9224.