Lodestar Montessori School

Teaching Philosophy

The 'children's house' was created and molded for the child, and the child alone. It takes the conventional approach of teaching and flips it on its head. The child's inner guide is what leads the way, and the teacher is trained to follow that guide, embracing the passions and interests of each individual in the class. At Lodestar the environment will be consistent and prepared, along with the teachers. The teachers will show students how to use the material with one-to-one lessons or within a small group. The students may choose work independently. These intimate lessons help the teacher assess the absorption taking place. The teacher also observes the children at work, constantly noting what they are drawn to in the class. This helps the teacher create lessons in favour of the interests, complimenting the sensitive period the child is experiencing. The mixed age range encourages students to learn from one another, lending to a functioning community created in the class. The children often observe each other at work, marking all angles of the learning process. The children will active members of the Bracebridge community. Our community program will take advantage of 'Ride the Wave,' the public transit. The program is nature-infused, intent on embracing the world around us, and we plan to take advantage of the beauty that is Bracebridge with plenty of outdoor time. We hope to see you around town!