Question 1

What is the Montessori method?

Accepted Answer

The Montessori Method is divided into four areas: Practical Life, Sensorial, Mathematics, and Language. A truly educated individual continues learning long after the classroom because they are motivated from within by a natural curiosity and thirst for knowledge.

Question 2

Why is early childhood education important?

Accepted Answer

The most important period of life is from birth to age 6, when intelligence is being formed. A child who has studied in a Montessori environment for a minimum of three years is by far more independent, disciplined and brighter than those in traditional teaching environments.

Question 3

What are the health requirements for enrollment?

Accepted Answer

Children must have a medical examination prior to the start of each school year. All immunizations must be up to date. Children cannot attend school with a fever, excess coughing, diarrhea, conjunctivitis, or any contagious illness.

Question 4

What is the uniform policy?

Accepted Answer

Uniforms are required for all students. Boys wear khaki trousers with a white or navy polo. Girls wear a green and white plaid jumper with a white or navy blouse. Black shoes and white or navy socks are required.

Question 5

What about toilet training?

Accepted Answer

Children in the two-year-old class may be in diapers, but must be fully toilet trained by 30 months. In the 3-6 year old class, children are expected to be toilet trained with good hygiene habits.