Suntree Montessori School

Toileting Checklist

Some do’s and don’ts to keep in mind. Look for physical cues that your child is ready: staying dry for two hours or so at a time, seeking a retreat or quiet space for a bowel movement, or signaling parents to change diapers. Use real underpants whenever your child is awake, and reserve pull-on training… [Learn More]

Prepare A Child’s Lunch Montessori Style

There’s something different about lunch in a Montessori classroom… Preparing, serving, and cleaning up are all on the menu! What could be more meaningful to a young child’s developing independence than mastering the skills required to meet a fundamental human need? “The essence of independence is to be able to do something for one’s self.”… [Learn More]

Why would you start your three-year-old in school?

Why start at three years old? Maria Montessori studied children. As she did, she discovered that between birth and six, children have certain capabilities for learning that will never again be so compelling. Three-year-olds learn in unique ways that make this an ideal time to begin their Montessori education. They have become aware of others,… [Learn More]