Classroom Environment

Joliet Montessori School implements Montessori pedagogy to satisfy each child's individual developmental needs.

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The primary curriculum (ages 3 to 6) is divided into six foundational learning areas: Practical Life, Sensorial, language, mathematics, science and the cultural subjects. Children are engaged in these "hands-on" areas of activity, which cultivate their ability to express themselves verbally and think with clarity. 
 
The elementary (ages 6 to 12) and adolescent (ages 12 to 15) curriculums are based on an exciting research style of learning where children work in small groups on a variety of projects, which spark the imagination and engage the intellect. These studies include geography, biology, history, language, mathematics, science, music, drama and art.
 
As you enter Joliet Montessori classrooms, you will see children actively engaged in learning.  The classrooms provide a prepared environment where children are able to interact and respond. The inherent love of learning is encouraged by giving them opportunities to engage in spontaneous, meaningful activities under the guidance of a trained teacher (guide.)
 
Throughout their work, the children develop concentration and self-discipline. Within this framework of order, the children progress at their own pace and rhythm, according to their individual capabilities, during the crucial years of development. The flexibility allows the method to adapt to the needs of the individual student, regardless of the level of ability, learning style, or social maturity. The Montessori Method helps children to lead a more satisfying and productive life by preparing them to manage new experiences successfully.
 
Our guides are a child's advocate in the deepest sense, and have cultivated a respect for the child's total being. The role of the guide is that of an observer whose ultimate goal is to intervene less and less as the child develops and becomes independent. Our guides strive to build a busy atmosphere with calm, order and joy in the classroom.  They then encourage the children in all their efforts, thus promoting self-confidence, discipline, concentration, a sense of order, sociability, a love of work and a reverence for all life.

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Prospective Parents

Upcoming Events

JMS welcomes Trevor Eissler - Montessori Children: Entrepreneurs

Tuesday, February 28th at 8:30 a.m. at Joliet Montessori School.  RSVP to Carol at 815.741.4180, ext. 11 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

JMS OPEN HOUSE - Saturday, March 3 from 9:00 til 11:00

If you are interested in learning more about our school and the montessori method of education, please consider attending our upcoming Open House.  We will have administration and faculty on-hand to discuss the school and parents will be here to give testimonials and answer questions as to why this method of education produces successful, well-organized, confident human beings.  Call 815.741.4180, ext. 14 to reserve your spot.

2nd Annual Wine Pairing at 158 in downtown Joliet

Thursday, April 26.  Call Sue Bebar at 815.741.4180, ext. 14 to reserve your spot.  Cost is $100 pp.  Sponsorship Opportunities are still available.

 


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