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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.

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 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 …

September 9, 2015Uncategorizedback to school, education, first day of school, kindergarten, leadership, learning, learning community, Mendham, Montessori, new jersey, peace, preschool, role models, summer, Toddler, Westmont Montessoriby The Westmont Montessori School

Montessori classrooms support growth during first days of school

A Montessori classroom is carefully prepared to “follow each child” as he engages in joyful learning while building independence and …

Learning How to Think - Exploring How to Do

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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.

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Montessori classrooms support growth during first days of school