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What is authentic Montessori education?

Authentic Montessori programs for children 18 months through 8th grade. Montessori classrooms allow children to work freely indoors or outside. Our Elementary and Adolescent curriculum is designed for students to research and present on topics based on their interests and passions.

Why Montessori for your child?

“The respect that Montessori shows for the individual child and its focus on the development of the 'whole' child has resulted in my son’s sense of self-worth and his greater capacity for creative thinking and problem-solving."

What is Montessori Grammar?

But Montessori grammar is different. Instead of being presented as a boring set of rules, Montessori students are first introduced to “The Story of Language,” which tells the story of the evolution of...

Is Montessori a boring set of rules?

Instead of being presented as a boring set of rules, Montessori students are first introduced to “The Story of Language,” which tells the story of the evolution of...

What is phasing in at Greenspring Montessori?

The “phasing-in” of new students allows for a smooth transition for new students, while maintaining an even rhythm of classroom activities. All phasing-in will be completed over the first two weeks of school.

How old do you have to be to be a Montessori?

Children age four and older who have no prior Montessori experience may be considered for admission after a thorough review by the Admissions Committee.

Is Greenspring Montessori School accredited?

Admissions policies, procedures, curriculum, and faculty at Greenspring Montessori School have been approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. Greenspring Montessori School is accredited by the American Montessori Society and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and it is a member of the Association of Independent Maryland Schools.

Can children who have begun their Montessori education at other Montessori schools be considered for admission as transfers?

Children who have begun their Montessori education at other Montessori schools may be considered for admission as transfers.

When is the enrollment agreement due for 2021?

Enrollment Agreements for offers made on Thursday, February 18, 2021 must be submitted by Friday, March 5, 2021. Enrollment Agreements for offers made after February 18, 2021 must be submitted within two weeks of receipt.

Do you have to attend an information session to apply to Greenspring Montessori?

At least one parent is required to attend an Information Session prior to applying to Greenspring Montessori School. (You will be sent a link to our online application after you have attended an Information Session.)

Does Greenspring Montessori accept parental requests?

Greenspring Montessori School reserves the right to place children in order to maintain balanced classes with respect to numbers of children, their ages, gender, and individual needs of students. Greenspring Montessori School does not accept parental requests for classroom placement.

What is the Montessori guide?

The Montessori guide models and supports constructive and respectful problem-solving. Learning how to work well with the different personalities and characteristics of other children in the classroom community is a significant life lesson.

What age is Montessori Lower Elementary?

The Montessori Lower Elementary program, for children between the ages of six and nine , is designed to meet the needs of your child in a new phase of development. This age is characterized by heightened social awareness, imagination, and a sense of morality. Younger children are inspired by the big work of their older peers. The focus is not on forcing the child to memorize facts, but rather to understand concepts and learn how to learn. The elementary classroom supports children’s independence and potential by inviting them to engage in an expansive course of study.

What subjects does Montessori teach?

Montessori elementary students study both broadly and deeply, covering many subjects not attempted in traditional schools, such as geometry, geology, and etymology. Previously learned concepts are now applied in a new way.

What age do children develop intellectual powers?

Montessori observed that children between the ages of 9 and 12 are at the height of their intellectual powers. They are capable of more abstract thought, including the ability to think hypothetically. This also continues to be a time of great moral development. No longer merely concerned with right and wrong, good and bad, the Montessori Upper Elementary student now seeks to understand the motivation behind behavior and develop possible solutions.

Why are children free to work with a material or concept?

Their natural learning styles and preferences are respected and supported. Children are free to continue to work with a material or concept as long as necessary, reviewing or repeating lessons until achieving mastery. On the other hand, children are able to move on when ready for a new challenge.

When is the preschool admission day in 2022?

Tuesday, August 3 from 9:00-10:00am (Toddler admission only) Observation Morning dates for admission for January 2022 (space permitting) and the 2022-23 school year: Thursday, October 14 from 9:00-11:00am. Thursday, November 11 from 9:00-11:00am. Thursday, December 9 from 9:00-11:00am.

Do you have to attend an information session to enroll in Greenspring Montessori?

At least one parent is required to attend an Information Session and an Observation Morning before being eligible to enroll in Greenspring Montessori School. Families will be sent a link to our online application after attending an Information Session. Families must attend an Information Session before attending an Observation Morning.

Early Childhood Teacher Credential

The Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Credential course is a 22-month program comprised of 392 academic hours in-residence, and a minimum of 540 practicum hours which, when successfully completed, enables the adult learner with the knowledge required of the Montessori Early Childhood teacher.

Graduation Requirements

The requirements for graduation include attendance for all scheduled hours (both required classes and practice teaching sessions); satisfactory completion of all required curriculum albums, oral, practical, and written examinations; satisfactory completion of the Practicum; and fulfillment of all assignments and financial obligations to the MCMS.

Master of Education, Goucher College

Interested students who complete the Early Childhood teacher certification program of MCMS are eligible for a Master of Education through Goucher College. Learn more about this program.