FAQs Archives

What to do if your child loves climbing

There seems to be a common theme with families in my classes at the moment. We are in the middle of winter, you’ve already spent some time in the park but it gets cold and wet after an hour, and back home the kids start climbing the walls (mostly figuratively,…

Where to do Montessori training

Hi everyone, Today I’m feeling like a bit of musing. So here’s 3 things that keep coming up at the moment. 1. The power of the notebook Do you know what I have in the pocket of my apron in my class? A handy dandy notebook! Yes, good old fashioned…

Yes, you can Montessori on a budget!

Simone Davies here again to inspire you to bring more Montessori into your lives. “Fine if you have money," I hear you say. Well, Montessori can be for everyone. You may just need to be a little more creative. I had a fabulous question from a reader about implementing Montessori…

What? Montessori for babies?

Sometimes people are surprised to learn that Montessori principles can apply from birth. And most commonly I hear people say, “if only I’d known about these ideas earlier". So here are all my favourite ideas for introducing Montessori even to the youngest children. If you have toddlers, preschoolers or older…

Montessori FAQs: Part 3 of 3

Here is the final instalment of our Montessori FAQs. 1. I’ve heard Montessori schools are very strict and children are not allowed to play around. Is that true? There are indeed rules in Montessori classrooms, however, there should be just enough rules so everyone can get along, and not too…

Montessori FAQs: Part 2 of 3

Today I answer more of those frequently asked questions about Montessori education. If you find this series useful, feel free to share it with your friends. 1. How does a child transition to a traditional school after being at Montessori? It is a common concern from parents that their child…

Montessori FAQs: Part 1 of 3

Montessori FAQs: Part 1 of 3 Everything you wanted to know about Montessori education This is the first part in a 3 part series answering the questions I get asked most often about Montessori education. I hope you find this series useful. 1. Is Montessori suitable for every child? I’ve…