WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI

Montessori Education explores how specialized learning environments foster independence, confidence, and community in children. By moving beyond traditional instruction to a preparation for life, this talk examines the tangible skills and developmental benefits of the Montessori approach. "To consider the school as the place where instruction is given is one point of view. But to consider the school as a preparation for life is another." -Maria Montessori, From Childhood to A

ARRIVALS Please see your child’s assigned class arrival location below. When entering the main lot (15th Avenue), please enter from the north side of the parking lot and exit to the south. Please note that there is a RIGHT TURN ONLY out of our main parking lot. GENERAL ARRIVALS Children’s House (800-900AM): Front Yard; Front Door Little Owls (830AM-930AM): Main Doors Enrichment Building (16th Ave) Owlets (830AM-930AM): Blue Gate (15th Ave); Exterior Classroom Door Yellow,

Through careful observation of how children work and interact, Maria Montessori developed the Montessori Method more than 100 years ago. She began her work in the slums of Rome, and her vision has spread throughout the world. This video is part of a documentary film, INSIDE MONTESSORI. To learn more visit: http://insidemontessori.org