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About
About
"Education is not something which the teacher does; it is a natural process which develops spontaneously in the human being. It is not acquired by listening to words, but by virtue of experiences in which the child acts on his environment."
Mission
Our Mission at Loving Hands Montessori of Bayshore is to provide the highest level of Preschool education available. We strive to offer the Montessori Philosophy, Materials and Curriculum with certified Montessori Teachers in a beautiful prepared environment. Truly a place where the children can feel free to explore and develop a love for learning. Our program is geared to entice young minds and foster curiosity which leads to a desire to participate in all areas of the curriculum with focus and concentration using the successfully proven materials and methods of the Montessori program.
Vision
18 months - 6 years
Children in the primary program possess what Dr. Montessori called the absorbent mind, the ability to absorb all aspects of one's culture and environment without effort or fatigue. As an aid to this period of the child's self-construction, individual work is encouraged. The mixed age group exposes the children to many lessons in many ways at different times. It balances and completes the youngest to the oldest as they set the example and help all those around them. The following areas of activity cultivate the children's adaptation and ability to express and think with clarity.
Practical Life exercises instill care for self, for others, and for the environment. Activities include many of the tasks children see as part of the daily routine in their home, such as preparing food and washing dishes, along with exercises of grace and courtesy. Through these tasks, children develop muscular coordination, enabling movement and the exploration of their surroundings. They learn to work at a task from beginning to end, and develop their powers of control and concentration. Sensorial materials serve as tools for development. Children build cognitive skills, and learn to order and classify impressions by touching, seeing, smelling, tasting, listening, and exploring the physical properties of their environment.
Language development is vital to human development. The Montessori environment is rich in oral language opportunities, allowing the child to experience conversations, stories and poetry. The sandpaper letters help children link sound and symbol effortlessly, encouraging the development of written expression and reading skills. To further reading
