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Montessori Education

Stronger Together

Montessori classrooms are actually classroom communities, mini-societies made up of children of multiple age-groups in 3-year cycles who model their elder peers in their first year and lead their younger peers in their last year. The Montessori classroom is therefore a microcosm of our larger societal community, where children learn to get along together in their diverse ages and abilities, growing to their fullest potential.

What is Montessori Education?

Maria Montessori (1870–1952) was the first female doctor in Italy. Through careful observation of children, and adhering to the scientifically proven planes of childhood development, she established the Montessori Method and philosophy more than 100 years ago. The Montessori approach offers children intentionally prepared environments that are full of beauty and order. Materials in the classroom are appealing and designed to meet the developmental needs of each child. Montessori-trained teachers act as “guides,” allowing children freedom of movement and choice within the limits of their ability and understanding, nurturing and stretching them at the same time.

Montessori environments are beautiful, full of natural light, creating a sense of wonder with wooden beads and blocks, books of all kinds, and flowers in glass vases. Montessori classrooms are alive with movement and musical sound. Students move about the classroom to choose their “works” off the shelves, to discuss a project with a classmate, and to put things away before choosing another work. Montessori students are busy. Animated conversation and silent observation work together in the same space, imbuing a learning atmosphere of pure joy.

Embracing the Montessori Method

We embrace the ideal of true inclusion at Elizabeth Academy, warmly welcoming children of all abilities into our classrooms. The Montessori Method is a natural choice for curriculum. A sense of belonging resonates as learning becomes a collaborative effort.

Love of Learning

Given the freedom to question, probe deeply, and make connections, students become confident, enthusiastic, self-directed learners.

Independence & Interdependence

Students develop self-control and concentration. They learn to be empathetic, work collaboratively, and act boldly.

Academic Foundation

Students learn from their mistakes and solve problems. They learn to think critically.

Experimental Learning

Hands-on experiences help students to understand, integrate, and retain information.

Applications

The Montessori method is scientifically proven to reach children at their developmental levels and, while some added structures are needed for full educational inclusion, the Montessori philosophy of human potential is transcendent. It lifts, it loves, it inspires everyone in the learning community.

Early Education

Montessori curriculum fosters curiosity, self-confidence, respect for self and others, and independence. The “I can do it myself” of early childhood is supported by giving them guidance and encouragement to accomplish tasks on their own. Hands-on learning and discovery give a great sense of mastery and satisfaction. This builds self-esteem. Children develop speech and language, practical life, and fine and gross motor skills. They learn social skills and how to apply them in interactions with others.

Elementary

Elementary curriculum feeds students' immense appetite for knowledge while stimulating their intellectual curiosity. Students are active participants in their own learning, with an adapted curriculum that meets the needs, abilities, and interests of every individual. Social development and deep learning flourish in multi-age classrooms where older students model and mentor younger peers. Lessons span language, mathematics, geometry, zoology, botany, history, and geography, enriched further by electives in physical education, dance, visual art, and music.

Middle & High School

Students learn to identify and internalize core values, emerging with integrity and confidence, seeing themselves as strong and worthy individuals ready to contribute to their community. They are guided to find their sense of purpose in the world. Academic courses are rich in content, with multi-age group classes and differentiated lessons that enrich and inspire all students in the classroom. Field experiences extend learning from the classroom to the community. The arts (visual art, music, dance, theatre/film) reinforce and integrate learning.

Hear From Our Community

See what parents have to say about Elizabeth Academy. 

"My children have felt safe, cared for, and have enjoyed the extraordinary level of engagement provided by their Montessori based education. The school has created for my son and daughter a child-centered, relationship based and individualized experience which has no doubt fostered their curiosity, confidence, creativity and competency."
"I especially appreciate the school’s focus on the whole child, which includes social skills development, in vivo problem solving, community and service experiences, the arts, and practical living skills among so many other things! Most importantly, our children LOVE their school and literally gush about it anytime someone asks them."
"Our girls have attended Elizabeth Academy for six years now, and we can't imagine sending them anywhere else for school. The individual attention and caring, collaborative environment at EA have been so good for both of them and we love the holistic Montessori approach to education. We also greatly appreciate all the efforts of the administration and teachers to provide our girls the ability to go to school safely during the pandemic. It has been a lifesaver for our family."

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Inclusive EducationElizabeth Academy is an inclusive school.  We love and accept children with diverse learning styles, and different strengths and challenges.

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Academics Elizabeth Academy is committed to providing an authentic Montessori education that emphasizes cooperative learning.

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CurriculumOur classrooms are equipped with engaging materials for the students to work with, in a beautiful and peaceful setting.

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