School Philosophy
Montessori in the early years relies upon specialised hands-on concrete learning materials. High-school students use abstract thinking skills, and rely on the internet and use literature and reference materials for their own research. The school believes that:
- children learn in different ways, using all of their senses.
- children learn not to be afraid of making mistakes; they see them as natural steps in the learning process.
- children learn to collaborate and work together.
- children strive for their personal best, rather than compete for the highest grade in the class.
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