Observation

Observation is an excellent way to gain a better understanding of the Montessori Method and all parents are encouraged to observe periodically.

Parents who come to the school to observe children at work are given guidelines for observation, and are asked to be seated during the observation. The purpose of observation is to view the environment and the children’s interaction with the materials, other children and the teachers.

Observation times must be scheduled with the school office. Observations are scheduled six weeks after the beginning of school This allows for a period of adjustment for new children.

Visits

Parents may also come to the school to visit their children. A visit differs from observation in that the parents interact with their child by joining the child in a lesson, having lunch or having their child show them the environment. The purpose is not a detached observation of the environment and the Montessori method, but rather the parent’s sharing of their child’s particular work and interests. Guidelines for visits are given on arrival. Before planning a visit, please schedule an observation.