Montessori

The twelve points of the Montessori Method

1. It is based on observation of the child
2. It has universal application
3. The child is a lover of intellectual work, spontaneously chosen
4. It is based on the child’s imperious need to learn by doing
5. It offers the child a maximum of spontaneity
6. It is an active discipline which originates within the child
7. It is based on a profound respect for the child
8. It enables the adult to deal with each child individually
9. Each child works at his own pace
10. Presents endless opportunities among the children for mutual help
11. The child works from his own free choice
12. Develops the whole personality of the child