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Montessori is both a philosophy and a method that goes beyond random play. It provides an array of scientifically designed experiences that opens the world to each child. Each day, our teachers provide activities that nourish the natural curiosity of the child while meeting their developmental needs. As the original Montessori schools in Irvine we know first-hand the long-lasting benefits of authentic Montessori education.
Maria Montessori found that children are drawn to beauty, and incorporated that natural inclination into her philosophy. This is exemplified in all aspects of the Montessori Schools of Irvine. Located in quiet, safe community locations, our facilities were designed with beauty for the children—two even won architectural awards! The park-like settings of the playgrounds provide enriched play, gardens, and shade from trees for the experience of nature.
The interiors of the schools welcome students with their home-like warmth, beauty, safety, and cleanliness. Montessori classroom offer a selection of beautiful activities ranging from everyday skill building and sensory development, to early conceptual development of math, language and cultural studies. This includes art, music, social studies, and science—the building blocks of personal growth and culture. The arrangement of classrooms allow children the ability to move about freely, making choices and developing confidence in their emerging abilities.
Each activity is designed to help develop an aspect of the child’s development, and creates a match between the child’s natural interests and their development. Every activity is scientifically designed so that the child is learning through “play”. Children are able to respond to their natural curiosity and learn at their own pace without being held to what another child is doing. Our expert Montessori teachers vigilantly observe and encourage the development of their choices and provide activities to encourage the child’s path.
About our program
Northwood Montessori was created to provide a convenient location for the growing number of families seeking enrollment in the Montessori Schools of Irvine at the Northern end of our Irvine community. Winning architectural awards for the LPA, Inc. design based on the “craftsman” style, Northwood Montessori provides a warm inviting facility and park-like playground full of trees and enriched play areas. Northwood Montessori’s warm, craftsman interior features an expansive atrium which includes a quiet library area where parents can sit and share a story time with their child.
Located across the street from Canyon View Elementary School and one of Irvine’s own beautiful parks, this school serves toddlers from one year of age and walking and continues through the first grade.