Outdoor Environment

 

    Dr. Montessori had a deep respect and reverence for nature. She believed that we

 

should use nature to inspire children.

 

 

    We have a unique opportunity to infuse young children with an appreciation for

 

enjoyment of the natural world, to connect them to nature, and to immerse them in the

 

mysteries of the great outdoors. We strive to extend the lessons and student interest to

 

the outdoors through use of our nature trails, labyrinth, gardens, and outdoor classroom

 

area.

 

The Prepared Environment

 

Dr. Montessori’s idea of the prepared environment was that everything the child came in

 

contact with would facilitate and maximize independent learning and exploration. This

 

calm, well-ordered environment has a lot of movement and activity. Here, they

 

experience a combination of freedom and self-discipline, as guide by the environment

 

has a lot of movement and activity. Here, they experience a combination of freedom

 

and self-discipline, as guided by the environment.

 

 

    There are generally six aspects to the prepared environment: Freedom; Structure and

 

Order; Beauty; Nature and Reality; Social Environment; and Intellectual Environment.