The Montessori Philosophy at Light of the Hill UMC and Community of Care Preschool

Our main objectives are to:

• Create a fun, caring environment at school
• Provide playful, creative experiences which encourage interest in the world around us
• Foster self esteem and social skills
• Offer opportunities to learn basic skills in a variety of areas (math, language, physical & life sciences, music, art, and more)
• Learn about and celebrate our faith in a God who created and loves us and who invites us to love others

Montessori education includes:

• A classroom designed with the child in mind
• Developmentally appropriate learning and play materials and activities
• Sequential curriculum embracing differing learning styles and social skills, and
• Comprehensive training and internship for teachers

Each day, the kids are invited to choose from the carefully designed materials you see out in the classroom. Choice and variety help to create an exciting process of discovery which leads to self confidence, increased social skills, and a love of learning! 
 

At Community of Care Montessori, we affirm that children... 
Learn by doing

• Kids are free to choose hands-on activities designed to teach new skills and information through active play
• There is freedom of movement in the classroom

Grow at their own pace

• We meet each child at his/her developmental level
• We value diversity & acknowledge different learning styles

Seek meaningful activity

• We offer "practical life" activities: pouring juice, cooking, caring for plants and animals, etc.
• Activities are relevant to the age and interests of the child

Are creative individuals

• We offer experiences with art, music, poetry, dance & drama
• We honor each child's creative efforts and encourage experimenting with different art forms