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Building Strong Readers: How Learn And Play Montessori Nurtures Literacy Success

A 2023 report rated American children’s reading ability as woefully inadequate compared to other wealthy countries. Yet reading is fundamental to learning – first, the child “learns to read,” and subsequently, the child “reads to learn.” You must prioritize reading at the earliest levels, as it is (obviously) a foundational skill. At Learn And Play Montessori School, we believe in working hard with every child to that he or she becomes “above average,” (hopefully way above average), and becomes a fluent reader by the time they graduate from our preschool curriculum. We build a solid foundation of language skills with early phonetics instruction, learning how to write through Montessori activities. We also emphasize “fun,” as we strive to make reading “fun,” including hands-on learning experiences. This strategy helps students develop the skills and passion needed for reading in the future. [Read more…] about Building Strong Readers: How Learn And Play Montessori Nurtures Literacy Success

The Power of Play: How It Nurtures Critical Thinking and Creativity

At the center of the Bay Area—where innovation abounds, and technology continues to reshape the future—the ironic concept that can build lifelong learning success is play. Yes, “play,” fun, and games are essential to instill a passion for lifelong learning among our students. At Learn And Play Montessori School (LAPMS), “play” goes beyond mere recreational activity; it is a crucial component of learning. Our play-based, Montessori-inspired programs (available in Fremont, Moraga, San Carlos and other Bay Area cities) teach an array of cognitive and social skills, through hands-on, imaginative, and fun play. [Read more…] about The Power of Play: How It Nurtures Critical Thinking and Creativity

LAPMS Value: Equity

Learn And Play Montessori School acknowledges the importance of equity in education and strives to give all our students the tools needed to succeed. All our campuses, from Hercules to Sunnyvale, give each child the individual attention needed to learn and discover while developing core values such as honesty, integrity, empathy, compassion, and kindness. Our classrooms, prepared by Montessori-certified and trained teachers, offer hands-on tools for each child at every stage of development.

Equity is achieved in our classrooms through providing support based on a student’s needs, recognizing diversity such as the value of a student’s strengths and challenges, being inclusive, and building relationships with our students and families. Every day, we put our Learn And Play Montessori School value, Equity, into action. Here are a few examples of how we bring equal access to top-notch learning, removing barriers and creating a level playing field.

  1. Tailored Learning

Montessori activities are designed to follow a child’s progress, fostering an inclusive and equitable classroom where all students can thrive. During math class, our students are introduced to Montessori Number Rods to understand numbers, quantity, and measurement. Once they are confident with these materials, they move on to adding number cards. This addition allows them to have a visual representation of number symbols. Learn And Play Montessori Schools recognize that children learn at their own pace. Our teachers provide differentiated instruction and support to assist everyone’s needs.

  1. Addressing Social-Emotional Needs

Social-emotional learning (S.E.L.) is a critical part of our curriculum, as it is our goal to help guide individuals outside of core academics. Addressing social-emotional topics during a child’s early years –regardless of their background– ensures their understanding of emotions, giving them the tools to communicate and advocate for themselves. Building a child’s voice and confidence empowers them to speak with parents and teachers when they need support. S.E.L. creates self-assured individuals who can express their needs, giving LAPMS insight into when a child needs help.

  1. Building a Sense of Community

All our LAPMS campuses work on building a strong sense of community where our students and families alike feel valued, connected, and respected. Being able to form a community and bond allows our educators to provide the best support possible. From your first conversation with our enrollment team to attending orientation and beyond, LAPMS is here for you every step of the way.

Our goal is to give each child the individualized attention needed to learn. We achieve this goal by providing an enriching environment for each student, regardless of their background. Our school value, equity, aligns with the Montessori philosophy that our schools are centered around. To Learn And Play Montessori School, our community is strengthened and enlightened by the diversity and uniqueness of all our students and families we have the honor of serving.

Practicing Writing at Home: The Montessori Method

Maria Montessori created multiple tools to aid a child’s journey in learning how to write. The Montessori materials used for language development tie in with hands-on lessons that give the building blocks needed to ultimately give a child the ability to write comfortably on their own. Practicing how to write outside of the classroom is just as important as practice makes perfect! [Read more…] about Practicing Writing at Home: The Montessori Method

Stepping Into a New Year of New Opportunity

A new year can offer a clean slate! Our team is ecstatic to have a clean slate for 2025, a year to fill with new memories, accomplishments, and adventures with our kids from daycare / childcare, to preschool, to kindergarten and beyond. Most of all, we are grateful to continue opening our doors to new and returning students, as we highly cherish the the opportunity to share the Montessori + STEM methodology with kids and parents. [Read more…] about Stepping Into a New Year of New Opportunity

Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces Opening of Its Moraga, California, Early Education Program

Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces Opening of Its Moraga, California, Early Education Program

Moraga California – January 1, 2025. Learn And Play® Montessori School, a leading provider of early childhood education in the San Francisco Bay Area, is excited to announce the opening of its newest campus in Moraga, California. [Read more…] about Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces Opening of Its Moraga, California, Early Education Program

Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces January Opening of San Carlos Campus

Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces January Opening of San Carlos Campus

San Carlos, California – December 30, 2024. Learn And Play® Montessori School, a leader in early childhood education in the San Francisco Bay Area, is delighted to announce the upcoming January 2025 opening of its newest campus in San Carlos, California. [Read more…] about Learn And Play® Montessori School Announces January Opening of San Carlos Campus

Creating Montessori Activities at Home

At Learn And Play® Montessori School, our philosophy reflects the Montessori approach, which emphasizes hands-on learning and fostering independence. It’s important for students to extend their learning beyond the classroom, and engaging in Montessori-inspired activities at home can be incredibly beneficial. Homemade activities are a wonderful way to keep children engaged during weekends or school breaks, especially during the holiday season. Here are three simple, Montessori-inspired activities you can create at home to keep your child’s learning journey active and enjoyable. [Read more…] about Creating Montessori Activities at Home

LAPMS Financial Aid: Subsidy Programs

At Learn And Play® Montessori School, our goal is to give each child the individualized attention needed to learn, discover, and develop core values. Our Montessori-inspired curriculum focused on STEM is designed to build well-rounded individuals both academically and personally. LAPMS prides itself in providing quality education, however, we recognize the financial considerations many families make when choosing a school for their child. [Read more…] about LAPMS Financial Aid: Subsidy Programs

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