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10 Reasons Why Educators Should Encourage Independent Learning

This abbreviated article was written by Julie DeNeen, and as a Montessori educator I was struck by the fact that …

January 4, 2017UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

Learning by Doing

By: Melanie Thiesse Through the use of hands-on materials and teachers who are willing to teach by asking more questions, …

December 21, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

Books to help children find hope and strength in stressful times: A librarian’s list

Books to help children find hope and strength in stressful times: A librarian’s list By Karen MacPherson As an inveterate …

December 14, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

Teaching Children to be of Service

Colette B. Cross Today I proudly watched our Kindergarten students bring holiday song, cheer and handmade gifts to the seniors …

December 7, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

An Hour of Code

The Westmont Montessori Kindergarten class participated this year in the Hour of Code. They were led by Maria Fehling, a …

November 30, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

A Day in the Life of a Montessori Student

Children in a Montessori Early Childhood classroom (ages 3-6) experience a different preschool experience than what is traditionally offered. The …

November 16, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

Teach Gratitude not only on Thanksgiving.

At this time of year we are always more aware of giving thanks for what we have as we gather …

November 10, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

The Importance of Parent-Teacher Conferences

This time of year is a great time to get together with your child’s teacher to discuss goals for his …

November 1, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

Boo Hoo – the End of Daylight Savings — FALL BACK ONE HOUR

Boo Hoo – the End of Daylight Savings — FALL BACK ONE HOUR November 6, 2015 …

October 27, 2016UncategorizedUncategorizedby The Westmont Montessori School

Make Time for Books

Colette B. Cross Read for the Record Day this year is October 27. On this day over a 24 hour …

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SHARING THE LIGHT FOR MORE THAN 60+ YEARS!
The joy and smiles of our children strengthen our commitment to a Montessori early childhood education. Westmont, an accredited school with the American Montessori Society (AMS) and Middle States Association (MSA-CESS), stands as one of the premier Montessori schools in NJ. We welcome you to discover Westmont.

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!