About Montessori

We welcome children ages 3-6 years old. In our afterschool program, we accept students at the elementary level, 3-12 years old.

We pride ourselves on our low student-to-teacher ratio of 8:1.

No, having previous Montessori school experience is not a requirement when enrolling at Spirit of Hope.

Yes, we are! Our holistic and scientifically-backed program is accredited by the state of Arizona.

All of our teachers and staff members are guided by the Montessori curriculum. Our teachers develop tailored and age-appropriate activities that strengthen each child’s academic and social skills. Our goal is to teach skills that will last a lifetime. Many people think that Montessori schooling is focused on teaching children how to do household chores like sweeping and pouring. While students will learn how to do necessary everyday tasks, that is a small portion of the curriculum. The focus of each lesson is to teach the children how to think with their whole brain, process their emotions, and make logical decisions.

Since our curriculum offers individualized instruction, each child will have a tailored learning experience. However, each child is guaranteed to grow in independence and self-motivation, critical thinking and problem-solving, collaboration and social skills, focus and concentration, respect for others, and practical life skills. Our students are encouraged to take charge of their own learning. They choose activities based on their interests, which fosters independence and intrinsic motivation. This contrasts with the more teacher-directed approach in non-Montessori schools.

Yes, we do. With mixed-age classrooms, our students learn to collaborate, mentor, and communicate effectively with peers of different ages. This environment nurtures strong social skills and a sense of community, which may not be as emphasized in traditional single-grade classrooms.

Montessori education is a child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children from birth to adulthood. It emphasizes hands-on learning, self-directed activity, and collaborative play, allowing children to learn at their own pace.

Montessori schools focus on individualized learning plans, allowing children to explore subjects at their own pace rather than following a fixed curriculum. Our classrooms are multi-age, fostering peer learning and collaboration, and the environment is designed to promote independence and curiosity.

In Montessori classrooms, children choose activities from a carefully prepared environment, allowing them to engage in tasks that interest them. Teachers, or guides, facilitate learning by observing and gently guiding students, rather than leading traditional lessons.

Montessori education fosters independence, creativity, critical thinking, and a love of learning. It also encourages respect for others and the environment and helps children develop strong social, emotional, and cognitive skills.

While Montessori schools have a structured curriculum, it is flexible and adapted to each child's developmental needs. The curriculum covers core subjects like math, language, science, and cultural studies, but it is presented in a way that encourages exploration and discovery.

Montessori education is designed to meet the needs of all children, regardless of their learning style or pace. It is particularly beneficial for children who thrive in hands-on, self-directed learning environments.

Montessori schools emphasize positive discipline, focusing on teaching the children self-regulation, empathy, and problem-solving skills. The environment is structured to encourage respect and cooperation, minimizing the need for traditional disciplinary measures.

Montessori students often transition well to traditional schools due to their strong academic foundation, independence, and adaptability. They tend to be self-motivated learners with good study habits and social skills.

Parents can support Montessori education at home by creating a prepared environment that encourages independence, offering activities that promote practical life skills, and fostering a love of learning through exploration and discovery. Consistency between home and school helps reinforce the Montessori principles.

While there is a transition period when transitioning from one type of schooling to another, we find that children who have Montessori school experience and then transition to a public school show stronger learning and emotional intelligence abilities. On average, it takes children transitioning from regular schooling to a Montessori school about 3-6 weeks to get adjusted in the new learning environment.