“Please don’t do that. Don’t do that again. Stop!” “No. Why? Because I said so.” “Do not (insert appropriate verb) tease, hit, annoy, taunt, bother etc. your brother/sister.” How many times do you find yourself using the above (and many other) phrases in a day when talking to your kids? Do you ever feel just […]
Much has been written about ‘the Montessori method’, but exactly what does that mean? Developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician, educator and innovator, Montessori is a child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children from birth to adolescence. The hallmark of a Montessori education is based on nurturing and cultivating the child’s […]
What does the Montessori educational method have to do with today’s leaders? You might be surprised! Clearly some of the key attributes of Montessori are essential elements for strong leadership: Self-directed learning Focus on creative problem solving and innovative Thinking Students teaching other students Stoking and encouraging curiosity Comfort with ambiguous situations Self-mastery of concepts […]
Developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician, educator and innovator, Montessori is a child-centered educational approach based on scientific observations of children from birth to adolescence. Creating student-centered learning environments that are prepared, adaptive and responsive to student needs Providing hands-on concrete experiences with specifically-designed Montessori materials Encouraging exploration, problem solving and creative reasoning […]
Many schools claim to be the best in the world. We believe that Richmond Montessori School is best for the world. Richmond Montessori School (RMS) provides what parents desire – an educational experience for their children that is more than just academics. Since 1965, RMS has provided a supportive, child-centered environment that encourages independence while […]
Okay ladies – let’s get ready to get muddy! It’s the Pretty Muddy and Susan G. Komen Central Virginia fight against breast cancer. Who knew raising money for one of the most important causes affecting women could be so much fun! It’s September 28, 2013 so register now! And introducing the Family Edition for 2013 […]
The Learning Experience Academy of Early Education in Richmond – The ideal environment for your child The Learning Experience Academy of Early Education in Richmond was created with a young child’s every need in mind. From the nurturing staff to the enriching environment and educational activities, each child ages six weeks and up is offered […]
Kids love to have fun and parents love for kids to learn. So what if they could do both at the same time? Well, thanks to two awesome teachers – now they can! Just ten months ago, a simple cup of coffee and an article in the morning paper changed the lives of colleagues and […]
Back-to-school will be here before we know it and Tuckaway Child Development Centers is already offering fantastic specials at select Tuckaway Schools. These are great savings that parents can use to help save money this school year. Many of them are for After School programs, and there are some for the other age groups as […]
If you are like most pregnant and newly postpartum mamas you are aware of the many benefits that breastfeeding offers to you and your baby. You also probably have a goal in mind for how long you would like to breastfeed whether it be until you transition back to work, six months, one year, or […]
