FAQ’s
Frequently asked questions
A Montessori school is a special place for the child to cultivate his/her own natural desire to learn. Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician, first formulated the Montessori philosophy during the early 1900’s. Dr. Montessori’s program for education and child development focuses on the natural development of the whole child from birth through maturity. The classroom environment provides choices and independence for the child, with a careful balance of structure and responsibility. Currently, Montessori is the fastest growing educational system in the United States, with well over 4000 schools.
Most of your child’s intelligence and social characteristics are formed between the ages of two and a half and six. During these years are when your child is most receptive, curious and excited to explore the world. A Montessori education nurtures this joy of learning by offering a variety of materials to stimulate and intrigue your child. Our teachers are trained to observe a child’s readiness for new skills and to personalize presentations of new concepts.
Unlike traditional schools, FLIM Christian Learning Center offers a unique blend of faith development and the Montessori method. Here, your child will explore the Bible and Christian values alongside engaging, hands-on learning activities. Montessori materials make grasping concepts fun and self-directed, while our teachers provide personalized attention to each child’s needs. At FLIM, your child’s intellectual, social, and spiritual growth all flourish in a nurturing Christ-centered environment.
Children naturally pride themselves in doing purposeful and meaningful activities. For this reason, exercises are referred to as “work.” Children have a sense of the worth and value of their work. They choose all activities eagerly and spontaneously, and become totally involved. The work process involves attaining skills, refining abilities, developing sensitivities, strengthening concentration, solving problems, building self-esteem, and achieving new insights.
A child can work with older children in one subject, younger children in another, and still have social interaction with children his or her own age. Mixed age groups permit younger children a series of models for imitation, and older children have the opportunity to reinforce their own knowledge by helping the younger ones. Older children’s self esteem increases with this leadership role.
Discipline is a prerequisite condition for learning. Montessori discipline is an inner discipline and control that the child develops from his or her own behavior in conjunction with his or her home environment. Dr. Montessori noted that many so-called undisciplined children were frustrated by the lack of proper stimulation and an inadequate opportunity to be successful. She noted that young people became happier and more self-controlled after a period of time in a Montessori class. Experiencing challenging tasks not only absorbed their energies, but also resulted in a higher level of achievement.
Tour’s are ideally done during the morning so that prospective parents are able to see the classrooms in action. We recognize that it may require families to take time from work to offer a morning tour, so we do provide tours throughout the day with exception to our drop off and pick up times. To schedule a tour, feel free to contact us directly at 978-930-9410.
