Discover how Montessori education is not limited to preschool but covers all stages of development from birth to adulthood. In this video, we explore the four age levels of Montessori pedagogy and how it even applies to working with older people, improving their well-being.
💡 Key Points:
ℹ️ Montessori is not just for preschool age. Although the method is widely used in this age group, it is not limited only there. Maria Montessori developed a theory of human development that spans from birth to maturity.
ℹ️ Montessori education is available at four age levels: birth to 3 years, 3 to 6 years, 6 to 12 years and 12 to 15 years. Each of these environments is completely different, tailored to the specific developmental needs of the age.
ℹ️ Montessori teachers are trained specifically for the age stage in which they will work. Their training is specific and specialized, reflecting the different requirements and approaches required for each age group.
ℹ️ More Montessori classes exist for 3- to 6-year-olds, but this is changing. This is partly because that is where the Montessori project started and there are more trained teachers at this stage. However, interest in other age groups is increasing.
ℹ️ The 3 to 6 year old stage is only one part of the offer of Montessori pedagogy. The method is extended to cover all phases of human development, recognizing that children’s needs differ according to age.
ℹ️ The Montessori approach is now also applied to work with the elderly. In recent years, training has been developed for those who wish to apply Montessori principles to the care of the elderly, with great success in improving their well-being.
For more information about Montessori education for all ages and how it can benefit your child, visit us at Montessori Way of Life in Agia Paraskevi, Attica, Greece.