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Learning How to Think - Exploring How to Do

From our vast curriculum to the unique classrooms to the strength of each teacher, Westmont encourages children to think for themselves, to discover, question, build resilience, create, lead, and collaborate. Westmont’s thriving, nurturing environment leads to lifelong success in academic, emotional, and social skills.

January 27, 2016Uncategorizedbenefits of Montessori, culture, Mendham, Montessori Philosophy, Westmont Montessoriby The Westmont Montessori School

The Montessori classroom–a window into the universe

The cultural curriculum in the Montessori classroom is a window into the universe at large. By exposing each child to …

January 19, 2016Uncategorizedbenefits of Montessori, kindergarten, Mendham, neurological research, Westmont Montessoriby The Westmont Montessori School

Why Montessori in the K Year?

The Montessori approach is carefully based on what we’ve learned about children’s cognitive, neurological and emotional development from several decades …

January 14, 2016Uncategorizedbenefits of Montessori, brain research, early childhoodby The Westmont Montessori School

What Dr. Montessori knew then, brain research validates today

If you have ever tried to learn a new language as an adult, you will quickly experience what neurological research …

January 6, 2016UncategorizedMontessori, new year, Prince Georgeby The Westmont Montessori School

A Warm Welcome

It’s a New Year, new beginnings… a time to exude optimism and wish for great things to come. Speaking of …

December 15, 2015Uncategorizedbenefits of Montessori, community, outdoors, recess, Westmont Montessoriby The Westmont Montessori School

What’s the link between outdoor playtime and more concentration in school?

Why do we go outside and play, even when it’s cold and/or snowing? Research shows that physical activity is linked …

December 10, 2015UncategorizedAMS, benefits of Montessori, early childhood, Mendham, Montessori Philosophy, Westmont Montessoriby The Westmont Montessori School

What’s in a Montessori Education… a testimonial from a young Alumnus

One of the greatest advantages of the Montessori method, particularly during the early learning years, is the focus on hands-on …

December 3, 2015Uncategorizedaltruism, brain, community building, learning community, Montessori Philosophy, preschool, role modelsby The Westmont Montessori School

Nurturing Altruism

“Children are eager to help with all sorts of troubles. And what’s more, they seem to enjoy it!” This remarkable …

November 30, 2015Uncategorizedlearning, Mendham, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, montessori at home, Montessori Philosophy, Westmont Montessoriby The Westmont Montessori School

What Makes a Montessori Learning Activity “Montessori”?

Self-confidence and a lifelong love of learning characterize the Westmont graduate. But what characterizes a Montessori learning activity? Check out …

November 23, 2015Uncategorizedgenerosity, giving, holidays, Mendham, montessori at home, parent education, role models, Thanksgiving, Westmont Montessoriby The Westmont Montessori School

Made by Small Hands

Thanksgiving is a time for being grateful. Another theme of the holiday season is generosity. Of course, the excitement of …

November 16, 2015UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

Why What You Learned in Preschool Is Crucial at Work

Why What You Learned in Preschool Is Crucial at Work Reading this recent NY Times article, I am …

Learning How to Think - Exploring How to Do

The First Step Towards Your Child’s Future

Flash forward a year from now… a decade from now… what will your child have in common with today’s most remarkable inventors, such as the Google co-founders and the creator of Amazon.com? The foundation of a Montessori Education.

More Than a School

Westmont’s commitment to educating children who become responsible and caring adults goes far beyond our classroom. We partner with our parents and our community to assure that all students have the support and resources they need to succeed in school and in life - there is no better partnership!

Enduring and Authentic

We are proud of Westmont’s enduring foundation reflected in our alumni’s seamless transition into the area’s finest public and independent schools and subsequent entry into a vast array of colleges and universities - from Amherst to Yale.

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Westmont’s commitment to educating children who become responsible and
caring adults goes far beyond our classroom. We partner with our parents and our community to assure that all students have the support and resources they need to succeed in school and in life - there is no better partnership!