What is Montessori education? It's an educational philosophy developed by Dr. Maria Montessori over 100 years ago, built on respecting the natural development of the child. Rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum, Montessori embraces a whole-child approach that nurtures...
Building a Strong Foundation: Montessori Infant and Toddler Care Maria Montessori once wrote that "[t]he greatness of the human personality begins at the hour of birth." Over a century later, neuroscience confirms what she observed: the first three years of life are...
During the elementary years, something remarkable happens in a child’s mind. Young children who once asked endless “what” questions begin to ask “why.” Why do things work the way they do? Why does history unfold the way it does? Why do numbers behave the way they do?...
In Montessori classrooms, academic learning is only part of a child’s development. Just as important is learning how to live and work respectfully within a community. Dr. Maria Montessori called these lessons Grace and Courtesy. For upper elementary students in grades...
Children are natural observers with a deep-seated curiosity about the world around them. The Montessori Preschool Summer Program in Mount Clemens is designed to nurture this drive through hands-on learning for children ages 3-5 throughout the Macomb County area....
Independence is one of the most talked-about goals in early childhood education. Many daycares advertise that they help toddlers become independent. You might hear phrases such as "we encourage independence" or "we teach self-help skills." However, in actual practice,...
Our Montessori summer program in Macomb County runs June 15 through August 28, 2026, serving children from 6 weeks through 8th grade at our Mount Clemens campus. Spaces fill quickly each year - if you are considering enrolling for summer 2026, we encourage families to...