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The Age Groups Maria Montessori observed that human development tends to follow 3-year cycles. Accordingly, Montessori classes tend to be grouped with reference to the period of development. Parenting classes are available so that parents may provide Montessori environments for their newborn to 3-year old (and beyond). Toddler classes are available for children 18 months to 3 years. The normal "preschool" class is made up of children ages 3 through 6. The early elementary is for children ages 6-9; the upper elementary for ages 9-12. The Erdkinder ("children of the earth") which Maria Montessori began developing before her death is aimed at the 12-15-year old. Schools for 15-18-year olds have begun to show up. In all cases, the ideal class is made up of the age range of children instead of the single-aged groupings to which we are accustomed in North America. |
In each period we rediscover a growing being, but one who is a quite different person every time. "From Childhood to Adolescence" |
Montessori Toddler Links
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Montessori School Links
Curriculum/Scope and Sequences