Montessori is a child-led method, developed by Dr Maria Montessori, where children learn through hands-on materials in a carefully prepared classroom, moving at their own pace with a trained guide beside them.
How Montessori works
Instead of sitting in rows copying from a board, Montessori children choose purposeful activities: sorting, pouring, counting with beads, tracing letters. The teacher observes and guides, stepping in when a child is ready for the next challenge.
Benefits for young children
- Independence: children learn to dress, tidy and care for their space.
- Concentration: long, uninterrupted work periods build focus.
- Early literacy and numeracy: tactile letters and number materials make abstract ideas concrete.
- Confidence: children take pride in doing things themselves.
- Social skills: mixed-age groups encourage patience and helping others.
What a good Montessori room looks like
Look for low shelves of orderly, complete materials, child-sized furniture, calm noise levels and a trained adult who observes more than she lectures. Ambassadors Bilingual School has fully equipped Montessori rooms so the youngest learners can explore safely and joyfully.
Frequently asked questions
At what age can a child start Montessori?
Many Montessori programmes welcome children from about 2 to 3 years, with the core preschool stage running to about 6.
Is Montessori good preparation for primary school?
Yes. Independence, focus and early reading and number skills are exactly what Primary 1 teachers hope to see.
Is Montessori available at Ambassadors Bilingual School?
Yes, the school has fully equipped Montessori rooms.
Ready to visit Ambassadors Bilingual School?
Admission is open for 2026/2027. 63, Adewale Adegun Street, by Bible Pattern Church, After Harmony Estate Gate, Karaole Estate, College Road, Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos State, Nigeria.
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