The Montessori method is based on five key principles: respect for each child’s individual development; freedom within limits; mixed age classrooms; hands-on learning materials; and teachers as guides rather than instructors.
The Montessori method is based on five key principles: respect for each child’s individual development; freedom within limits; mixed age classrooms; hands-on learning materials; and teachers as guides rather than instructors. These principles are used in combination to create an environment where children can explore their interests without feeling pressured or restricted by adult expectations or rules.