The Words Around the House lesson is a great way to bring Montessori learning into your home – it’s fun, dynamic and ideal for smaller children.
The lesson could involve any objects or furniture that you might typically find at home…
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The absorption of the environment is an intellectual activity. It is a psychic necessity that the child explores the environment; it satisfies his spirit. After he has had the satisfaction of observing one thing that interests him, he goes on…
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A Beginning Subtraction lesson should be presented to a child who understands the concept of numbers (from at least 1-10) and understands the concept of addition. The materials you will need are:
Number jars: you can use spice or jam…
I am sure you will all agree that great fun was had at our end-of-Term Christmas Party, especially when dancing to Frozen under the snow machine! Thanks to all your generosity, we were also able to raise a fantastic £744.88 towards Macmillan…
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December can be really busy and before you know it, all the little moments have slipped through your fingers. An antidote to the chaos of the season is to plan some fun, simple crafts/activities that will allow you, as a family, to slow down…
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We want children to create—to use their imaginations and to love texture, colour, shapes, and to experiment with the materials at their disposal. Our hope is that they will love art and be inspired to draw and paint, stick and cut, sculpt…
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Grab coats, snacks, wellies, trainers, treasure-collecting bags, a picnic blanket, money (for an essential coffee en route) – whatever the weather says – and explore one (or all!) of these family friendly walking routes in our great…
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Pin poking is yet another really simple Montessori activity that children love. It teaches hand control, fine motor strength, pencil grip, attention to detail and concentration, and is something that can easily be done at home. Here’s…
School is about learning but perhaps first and foremost, it’s about relationship; practising how to be in community.
Maria Montessori believed that every person has a responsibility to be part of something that not only serves individual…
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We held two very successful fundraising events in aid of the Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal. Firstly; our families were welcomed into school with their child to purchase a delicious treat and drink to enjoy. This was a huge success/ children…
The aim of the 9 Layout lesson is to help children understand number placement (1s, 10s, 100s, 1000s) as well as reiterate the association between quantity and numeral. It’s one of the lengthier mathematics activities and is good for encouraging…
It’s been a long, lovely summer and children are back to school this month. Perhaps you even have a new starter? Either way, there are some easy things you can do at home to help your little ones feel prepared and confident as they walk…
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Language: Words Around the House (Electrical Appliances)
Top tips for preparing a Montessori environment in your home
Maths: Beginners Subtraction
Macmillan Cancer Appeal
Five of the best Montessori Christmas crafts
Sensorial: Introducing Art
Five favourite child friendly walks in London
Practical Life: Pin Poking
Encouraging friendship at school
Ukrainian Humanitarian Appeal
Mathematics: 9 Layout
Preparing children for Montessori school: top tips