Best Montessori Preschools in Westfield, NJ
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At Apple Montessori Schools Westfield, we offer infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, and summer camp programs, as well as certified outdoor classrooms. This brand new Apple Montessori Schools...
Preschool
Our preschool program provides your child with rich experiences that are adapted to the developmental needs of each child. Preschool is an exciting (and crucial) time for a child’s academic and social growth. This age sets the stage for the future. That is why we meet the needs of each child. Our classrooms provide a welcoming environment for discovery and exploration that will spark your child’s natural curiosity. Stand out features within our classrooms include students learning from peers as well as the teachers, a unique reading program, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) curriculum, character education and social development. Through hands-on, multi-sensory materials we foster a lifelong appreciation for learning.
Toddlers
Our toddler program guides children to develop new skills and explore new experiences in various developmental areas at their own pace. Children thrive in a nurturing environment. One that also offers appropriate opportunities to develop their full potential. We emphasize building your child’s independence and fostering their natural curiosity. This sets the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
Also offers: Infants, Kindergarten
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Site provides childcare, early learning and school-age services for children. Diversity, independence and self-esteem are promoted through hands-on activities and experiences. Routine includes...
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Center providing Montessori services to preschool and school-aged children. Program includes independent learning in math, science, social studies, reading, writing, and geography. Practical life...
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Montessori preschool providing services to children and families in Westfield. Infant and toddler program provides a consistent routine, builds independence and encourages learning through...
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Located at 510 Hillcrest Ave in Westfield, NJ, Christopher Academy is a private Montessori school serving children aged 2.6 to 7 years. Accredited by the American Montessori Society and National...
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Christopher Academy in Westfield, NJ, is a private Montessori school for ages 2.6 to 7. It offers a supportive environment with a focus on self-directed learning and hands-on activities. With a small...
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FAQs About Westfield Montessori Preschools
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What is the best age to start Montessori daycare/preschool?
- Starting around 2.5 to 3 years old, children can join Montessori preschools to experience the Montessori method in their crucial growth years. On the other hand, Montessori daycares often open their doors to infants.
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What does Montessori mean?
- "Montessori" embodies an educational philosophy founded by Dr. Maria Montessori, centered around child-driven activities and interactions within carefully designed learning spaces.
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How is Montessori different from daycare / preschool?
- In Montessori, children use unique tools to discover and learn as they wish, whereas in standard daycare or preschool, there's often a planned curriculum with teacher-led activities.