The Future of The Montessori School of the Berkshires
To be placed on the waiting list or to request
an application packet for children's house or elementary for the
2008-2009 school year (or for upcoming school years), please email us
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School Calendar 2008-2009
Our 2008-2009 school calendar can be downloaded here .
Berkshire Montessori In the News
Click here to read the Berkshire Eagle article about the Elementary Great Brain Fair.
Click here to read the Berkshire Eagle article about Montessori education.
Click here to listen to the WAMC Roundtable discussion for Montessori Education Week.
The Montessori School of the Berkshires inspires
children to develop independent thinking, self-assurance, inner
discipline, and a love of learning in an authentic Montessori
environment.
In Aspinwell, 55 Pittsfield Road (Rt. 7), Lenox, MA 01240
(413) 637-3662
Berkshire Montessori School, Inc. does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual
orientation, disability, cultural heritage, political beliefs, marital
status, or national or ethnic origin in employment or the
administration of admissions programs or policies.
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As you are thinking about enrolling your child in a Montessori School, it is important to recognize the over-arching principles that are the foundation of the Montessori philosophy. More information about these principles is available in the application packet (mailed upon request).
Children learn best through intrinsic motivation.
Children learn best when they have control over their learning.
Concentration must be encouraged and protected to allow optimal development.
Montessori is education for peace.
Montessori education paints with a broad brush before adding the details.
Montessori develops self-discipline and independence.
Competition hinders learning.
Montessori encourages real life experiences for children.
Montessori is education for life.
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