Introducing…the Maria Montessori School Adolescent Programme for 12 – 16 year olds! Our newly established Montessori Adolescent programme – a “Place of Study and Work” fosters the developing sense of self in students 12 to 16 years through real and meaningful work. The coursework is designed to give students a sense of purpose and belonging […]
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We are delighted to announce that we now offer extended hours at our Crouch End school site (N19 3AD) for 2½ – 6 year olds, allowing parents to collect their children at 5.30pm instead of the usual school finish time of 3.30pm. This will no doubt provide extra flexibility for working parents and provide extra childcare cover. During these extended […]
Amanda Spielman, former head of Ofsted, recently emphasised the decline of practical tasks such as food preparation, clothes mending and animal care in education, suggesting that these activities can instil a sense of achievement in children in an increasingly automated world. Louise Livingston, our Head of Training, explains how a more “hands-on” education incorporating practical […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of early years education, a pressing issue looms large: the 30-hour funding policy and its repercussions. At the heart of this dilemma is the lack of adequate financial support for nurseries to meet the demands of this funding model. As nurseries grapple with ever-tightening budgets, the inevitable consequence is a reduction […]
Children in the Lower Elementary Phoenix class, at Hampstead, were recently involved in a dissection of a squid exercise! The children are learning how to scientifically classify the Animal Kingdom, will be studying the most common Phyla, and look more closely at the Phylum Mollusca. They learnt that the squid is in the same classification […]
Children across all five sites of the Maria Montessori School have been doing several activities in preparation for and celebration of Christmas and Hanukkah. From making decorations which the children then hung onto the tree, to baking gingerbread cookies, to making their own trees out of cardboard which were either propped on […]
Our Montessori Parent Talks are free events to give parents an insight into the Montessori approach. They are open to both current Maria Montessori School parents and those interested in finding out more about our school. Set throughout the academic year 2023-24 and covering different subjects, age groups and Montessori materials, the talks will include […]
In celebration of Universal Children’s Day children at our school talked about children’s rights worldwide, read books about togetherness and underprivileged communities, particularly those who are suffering terrible warfare conditions. This supported the aims of the day which are to promote international togetherness and awareness among children and to work towards improving children’s welfare. At […]
The demand for Montessori education is growing, but what is it and how could it benefit your child? Our Head of School Michel Capobianco explains. Italian doctor Maria Montessori observed how children learn for themselves and developed an approach and materials to support this. Montessori builds on children’s natural desire to learn and nurtures academic […]
New research reveals a disparity between teacher and parent perceptions of “school readiness”. This highlights the need for greater understanding of, and support for, early child development says Louise Livingston, our Head of Training. In a recent survey by YouGov, teachers reported more than half (54%) of children starting reception are not “ready for school”. In contrast, […]
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