What do you guys think about Montessori?

[Theben]

I'm looking for a school for my kid. Unfortunately at this time of year not much is available.

There is a Montessori school nearby, but after reading their jargon (highly biased) and the Wiki entry on her (flagged for possible bias) I'm wondering if it's a good idea.

[Ming]

Both of my kids went to a Montessori school early in their lives. And both have done very well in other schools after they left. The problem is, the level of education can vary dramitically from school to school (as is the case for all schools), so I would recommend talking to some of the other parents.

[Lorizael]

Dude, we already did this thread.

[Kuciwalker]

I went to a Montessori kindergarten, and look how I turned out!

[Dinner]

There is the proof. Theben, abort, abort...

[Donegeal]

Both my Children attend a Montessori School and I am very pleased with their progress.

[OzzyKP]

It is a step in the right direction.

[DanS]

Because the teaching method is fairly new on a widespread basis to the US, you can expect variation in adherence to the method. I would ask around your neighborhood for this school. Some schools may take advantage of the fad and charge a lot of money, so be critical.

I was taught by my mom early on using much of the method and think it is solid, if unconventional. Because it is unconventional, you may have to learn some of the vocabulary/jargon. But watch out for people using jargon in order to snow you under.

[onodera]

*shrug*
I was going to a Montessori school during the first year and a half of my school education. Seemed about the same to me, except the were some useless lessons.

[BeBMan]

Montessori sounds like a name of a mafioso. Don't trust him

[Jon Miller]

Considering how badly normal schools suck, if they aren't far far better then there isn't really anything special to them (for the general populace).

This is my current opinion, if I see statistics or reasons otherwise I can change it.

JM

[Theben]

Dude, we already did this thread.

I guess I missed it the 1st time around.

I'm a little leery since everything I've read has a rosy-colored POV, but enough of you guys seem to have a positive view that I'll take a look. Apparently there's a internationally certified one on the north side.

[Ben Kenobi]

Montessori just stole her material from Rousseau.

If you like Rousseau, then go for it.

If you think Rousseau was some spaced out wackjob, then avoid at all costs.

[Q Classic]

I went to Montessori school from pre-school to 2nd Grade, for what it's worth. I look back on those years and think I was fairly lucky, so.

[Theben]

Ben just dissed it, so I'm onboard.