Yes, perhaps in the same way that athletic academies are good for gifted athletes

Frequently, our teachers are asked 'is Montessori school good for a gifted child?’ The short answer is ‘yes,’ but it goes deeper than that.

We are frequently asked ‘Are Montessori students more successful?’ but are we more successful than who? More successful how? How do we define success?

There are many ways to create an environment that assists children to become more successful.

Historically, the Montessori Method builds freedom, responsibility, and empowerment primarily through:

Montessori toddler teachers focus on teaching kids the responsibility to become independent learners by letting children DIY--doing it themselves!

The Montessori Method Difference

In a Montessori setting, when you give children freedom and guidance, they will find inner discipline--simply by giving them the freedom to make mistakes and choices.

When they make the right choice, they’ve learned how to build self-discipline. 

How? Students are empowered by teachers to take that responsibility.

I recently read a book containing various articles from Maria Montessori’s studies. A chapter that stood out to me was about a young boy named Feliciano, who, from birth was given the freedom to roam his room. Throughout his growth and exploration, they provided him with apparatus’ that he took to instead of putting objects or toys into his room. Feliciano's mother eagerly observed her child without interfering. He spent minutes to hours practicing how to open and close certain things he had found throughout the house.

Dropping off Toddlers

This upcoming September, many public school system districts will give each entering kindergarten student their iPad. It’s an interesting development to think that a five-year-old can log into a website to learn. But the real problem is how a five-year-old thinks—not if he can operate a computer. Let’s explore how technology and the Montessori classroom work.

Build Lunch Options That Are Affordable and Nutritious With The Goal of Letting Your Child DIY 

As parents, we are constantly challenged to find nutritious food options for our kids. 

But, sometimes children don’t eat; are picky about what they will and won’t eat; or, are not empowered to make their tasty school lunch.

How does Lifetime Montessori School (LMS) in San Diego do its best to create a healthy Montessori child?

With a goal!

Mythology v The Montessori Method: Five parental misconceptions on raising successful adults

Raising a successful adult starts by building an independent child. 

How can parents create a motivated, confident and independent child? 

It’s Easy: Teach Your Kids to Do It

A core Montessori Method philosophy is to let your children do for themselves.

Rather than mom and dad following junior around the house and getting into the habit of lawnmower parenting, give your child responsibility—especially in relation to clean-up time!