The Holly Park Montessori School Ethos

• Each class in the Holly Park Montessori School provides children with a caring, happy environment where They can develop as individuals socially, intellectually, physically and emotionally at Their own pace.
• A prepared environment Each class is carefully prepared to cater for The individual needs of each child as he/she passes Through Their different stages of development
• Through a combination of freedom of choice and sensitively directed learning - the child is helped to gain independence as well as learning to be part of a community
• Each child is encouraged to help care for and respect others as well as the environment they are using -thus aiding the development of self-discipline within the child.
• The school aims to help the child grow in self-confidence and self-esteem.
• The child is aided in reaching his/her full potential in all areas of the curriculum, acquiring the skills needed in The world today.
• Through using carefully thought out materials and activities, the children can gain experiences which will provide them with the keys to the world around them.
• The role of the Montessori Directress is vital. She observes each child, addressing their individual needs and acts as a dynamic link between them and the environment, thus aiding the development of a full and harmonious personality.