"The greatest sign of success for a teacher....is to be able to say, The children are now working as if I did not exist"
- Maria Montessori
Early Childhood Programs at Brooklyn Heights Montessori School:
TWOS, PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN
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What Is the Montessori Approach to Early Childhood Education?
Montessori Early Childhood Education is a child-centered approach that encourages independence, curiosity, concentration, and collaboration through hands-on learning experiences. In thoughtfully prepared multi-age classrooms, children are guided by teachers who support each child’s developmental pace, interests, and learning style.
At BHMS, our Twos, Preschool (ages three and four), and Kindergarten programs each strategically build on the stage before, with joyful, consistent child-led exploration, individualized instruction, to support the academic and social-emotional growth of our students. The Montessori philosophy meets children where they are, and because the curriculum is responsive to individual needs and learning styles, students can enter and thrive in the BHMS community at many points.
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Learn More About Each of Our Early Childhood Montessori Programs:
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To learn about all of our programs in greater depth, see our Curriculum Guide.
Skills Young Children Build in a Montessori Classroom
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Concentration, attention span, and executive functioning
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Early language and communication skills
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Early math and problem-solving foundations
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Fine motor coordination and practical life skills
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Grace, courtesy, and social-emotional awareness
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Curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning