by Joanne Westwood | Sep 4, 2014 | Blog, Kindergarten, News, Pre-Kindergarten, Programs
Here are some simple guidelines to decide if your child is kindergarten-ready. Starting kindergarten is one of the biggest milestones in a child’s life. Here are some tips to help you decide whether your child will be socially, academically and physically...
by Joanne Westwood | Aug 26, 2014 | Blog, Kindergarten, Pre-Kindergarten, Programs
Kindergarten Readiness Checklist To be successful in school, children need to be supported and nurtured in all areas of development. With the Montessori approach, development is the main focus when it comes to Kindergarten readiness. It is very important that your...
by Joanne Westwood | Oct 17, 2012 | Home Pre-Kindergarten, Pre-Kindergarten, Programs
The child returning to the program for his second or third year is now ready to move more into the academic areas. Concentration continues to develop and a child can now focus for a longer period of time. They become more social and want to do work with their friends....
by Joanne Westwood | Oct 17, 2012 | Home Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Programs
The Kindergarten year at Farmview Montessori is usually the third year (four for some) for students whohave stayed throughout the entire program. Because Maria Montessori observed that children developed in three year cycles, she saw this year as the year that...
by Joanne Westwood | Oct 17, 2012 | Home Pre-School, Pre-School, Programs
The preprimary or preschool program usually starts with a child at two and a half or three years of age. Children work on basic skills that will be needed for the academic areas. It is working through the Practical Life area, Art area and the Sensorial area that...
