What is the Montessori Method of teaching?
The Montessori method is based on five key principles: respect for each child's individual development; freedom within limits; mixed age ...
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The Montessori method of teaching is an educational approach developed by Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori in the early 1900s. It is based on the belief that children learn best when they are allowed to explore their environment, interact with peers, and work at their own pace. The Montessori method has been used in schools around the world for more than a century and continues to be a popular choice for parents looking for an alternative to traditional education. At Intercultural Montessori Language School, we combine the Montessori Method with Dual Language programs, creating our unique education. Read our mission statement <anchor>here</anchor>. In this guide, we’ll take a look at what the Montessori method is, how it works, and why it’s so popular.
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# Mission & Philosophy

We’re deeply committed to our Mission:

_Intercultural Montessori develops confident, multicultural, multilingual children who respect diversity and community and who are caring, capable, enthusiastic, and committed to a lifetime of learning._

### Vision

Our vision is to inspire children to become citizens of the world. Intercultural Montessori develops students who speak a second language and thrive in culturally diverse environments. Our students emerge with the skills and passion to positively impact the global community.

### Philosophy

Our unique educational philosophy combines language learning with Montessori education. Students are immersed in language and culture while benefiting from the individualized, child-centered Montessori approach. Both language learning and Montessori education develop children into curious independent learners. This powerful combination develops students who are bilingual and biliterate, prepared for the rigors of high school and beyond.

Our students are citizens of the world!

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