There are different educational approaches for children in the zero to five here are some:
Montessori Approach: This method was created by Maria Montessori, a medical doctor, and in addition to academic and cultural subjects, there is great emphasis placed on activities that forge development of the complete individual. This method values the whole child particularly the development of self through independence. In a classroom you will find: mixed age groups (3-6 year olds in the same room) to encourage personal development skills of negotiation, care for others, frames to learn to fasten, buckle, zip to encourage independence. The child is the only motivator of what he/she wishes to work on at every given moment and the classroom is structured to provide enrichment and academic growth in all areas throughout the room. The teachers invest much time in observing the children and assisting only when necessary. There are modified and strict versions of the Montessori Approach.
Progressive-Student Centered Approach: This method could best be described as having a little bit of both. At a school with this approach, there are mastery targets that every child should meet but the way by which they reach those targets depends on every individual child, their developmental capacity and their skills and preferences. For instance, the children may be learning the number 5 and some may be counting objects, others playing a game, others writing the number etc depending of their interests. Children are usually the same age and developmental stage.
Traditional Approach: This method is very focused and structured. The school/nursery usually has a curriculum that they wish to cover. The school will usually focus on a letter, or phonics. They will have a number they are focusing on. The school makes sure to assist children in meeting the expectations with few diversions. For instance, every child will work on the same task at the same time in the same manner for the the most part. The children are the same age and developmentally stage.
Which do you think your child will thrive in?? Our daughter has attended a modified Montessori classroom since she was 1.8 years old. Our family is very happy with the outcome.Our daughter is a warm, loving caring individual who scored very well on admissions tests so far. Think about your child. Think about the kind of kid he/she is. Decide which model will complement their already vibrant existence.
Montessori Approach: This method was created by Maria Montessori, a medical doctor, and in addition to academic and cultural subjects, there is great emphasis placed on activities that forge development of the complete individual. This method values the whole child particularly the development of self through independence. In a classroom you will find: mixed age groups (3-6 year olds in the same room) to encourage personal development skills of negotiation, care for others, frames to learn to fasten, buckle, zip to encourage independence. The child is the only motivator of what he/she wishes to work on at every given moment and the classroom is structured to provide enrichment and academic growth in all areas throughout the room. The teachers invest much time in observing the children and assisting only when necessary. There are modified and strict versions of the Montessori Approach.
Progressive-Student Centered Approach: This method could best be described as having a little bit of both. At a school with this approach, there are mastery targets that every child should meet but the way by which they reach those targets depends on every individual child, their developmental capacity and their skills and preferences. For instance, the children may be learning the number 5 and some may be counting objects, others playing a game, others writing the number etc depending of their interests. Children are usually the same age and developmental stage.
Traditional Approach: This method is very focused and structured. The school/nursery usually has a curriculum that they wish to cover. The school will usually focus on a letter, or phonics. They will have a number they are focusing on. The school makes sure to assist children in meeting the expectations with few diversions. For instance, every child will work on the same task at the same time in the same manner for the the most part. The children are the same age and developmentally stage.
Which do you think your child will thrive in?? Our daughter has attended a modified Montessori classroom since she was 1.8 years old. Our family is very happy with the outcome.Our daughter is a warm, loving caring individual who scored very well on admissions tests so far. Think about your child. Think about the kind of kid he/she is. Decide which model will complement their already vibrant existence.
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