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Learning skills for Practical Life is a major part of every Montessori class. By learning to dress one’s self, set 
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Recently there was an article in the Boston Globe about the “new” phenomena of Submarine Parenting. I had to chuckle 
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The arts provide opportunities for self-expression, help instill pride and cultivate real-life skills. Whether it is music, drawing, acting, singing, 
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This past weekend we came together at The Westmont Montessori School to learn about what makes the “K” year particularly 
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The Montessori approach is carefully based on what we’ve learned about children’s cognitive, neurological and emotional development from several decades 
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“Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet.” –Hellen Keller The pace of life in today’s world often leaves us 
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“If we are to teach real peace in this world… we shall have to begin with the children.”—Mahatma Gandhi Montessori 
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Healthy foods are a hallmark of Montessori philosophy. Dr. Montessori was one of the first educators to recognize the connection 
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A Montessori classroom is carefully prepared to “follow each child” as he engages in joyful learning while building independence and 
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In June we had an early childhood specialist come to observe in our school. Although she had observed in hundreds 
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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.