Why is Grand View with the Montessori
philosophy different
from other preschool programs?

It is all about respect for your child

• You can expect us to respect your child as a unique individual.
  
• We recognize your child’s emotional and social development to be an essential part of education.
  
• You can expect us to recognize and address your child’s learning style with the understanding that not all children learn the same way.
• We will get to know your child and what they are ready to learn. 
  
  
                                          
  
  

Children and Mistakes

• Children in Montessori schools are not afraid of making mistakes.  
  
• Children are encouraged to see mistakes as natural steps in the learning process. 
• The culture of self-correction leads to a healthy enjoyment of challenges
  and a sense of perseverance.   

Focus and Rewards

• Our focus is on enjoyment in learning
  
• Children should gain satisfaction through personal endeavors.
  
• Satisfaction of the task itself is so high that external rewards are unnecessary. 
  
• Children do not depend upon others to know for their self-worth as it comes from within themselves.

Working alone and as part of a team 

• Children work at self-chosen tasks as well as collaborating with others. 
  
• The emphasis is on striving for one’s personal best or for the good of all, rather than on competing against each other.
  
• Children learn through hands on experience, exploration and questioning. 
  

Why Choose Grand View

Infant Program

Preschool Curriculum

Preschool & Child Care
Schedule

It's All About Your Child

Montessori Philosophy

History & Organization

Mission & Goals

Montessori Quotes

Calendar

Forms you can download

Pamphlet

Registration form

Parent Handbook

Dubuque Community Schools

Keystone Area Educational Agency

If You Want To Know More
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