The Benefits of Montessori Mixed-Aged Classrooms
Montessori education is well-known for its unique approach to age groupings within a classroom, referred to as the three-year cycle. At School in the Hills, we offer an authentic Montessori experience by following this approach with age-groupings including toddler, primary, lower elementary, and upper elementary. This innovative age grouping is a key aspect of the […]
Phonemic Awareness, reading the School in the Hills way
At School in the Hills, we take a comprehensive and individualized approach to teaching reading, recognizing that each child learns at their own pace and has unique strengths and needs. The beauty of Montessori lies in its thoughtful and systematic approach to fostering literacy skills, which encompasses various stages and materials to support children’s development. […]
The Four C’s of Montessori
Within Montessori, the Four C’s refer to four essential qualities nurtured and developed in children: Concentration, Coordination, Collaboration, and Creativity.
School in the Hills’ Spiral Curriculum, An Educational Approach for Life
The spiral curriculum is an educational approach that emphasizes revisiting and building upon previously learned concepts and skills over time.
It’s your child’s first day at School in the Hills. Don’t panic.
Dropping off your child on their first day at School in the Hills can be exciting and nerve-wracking.
Why your Kindergartener deserves to stay in Montessori.
For many families, the transition from Montessori to public school seems definitive.
Why Practical Life?
If you have ever been in a Montessori classroom, you might be surprised to find the number of children cleaning, washing windows, and pouring different liquid forms.
Montessori, Building Self-Esteem.
Let’s explore how the Montessori approach builds confidence at School in the Hills.
Why Cosmic Curriculum?
Cosmic curriculum is a term used in Montessori education to describe a comprehensive and integrated approach to learning, and is taught as part of School in the Hills spiral curriculum.
Montessori, Beyond Care
As soon as you’re expecting, finding “care,” is your first thought.