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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I signed my 4YO up for the Montessori option at her pre-school but none of the other colleagues in her class are signed up. I'll admit that I am no expert on the Montessori method, but my impression is that it focuses on developing life skills and independence, which I find appealing. I do worry that DC will be miserable and then we will be miserable too. I'm seriously thinking about changing my mind and putting DC back with DC's colleagues. One of DC's teacher's told DH that is what I should do.

Do you have any thoughts on how well kids this age adjust to the new approach?

I haven't appreciated how critical the classroom environment and skills of the teacher are until this moment. Could I actually be doing DC harm if these are subpar?

Thanks. [/quote]

Why would DC be miserable? What are your apprehensions? Montessori classrooms should be peaceful and loving communities. Have you had a chance to observe the classrooms in action? Children will always miss and speak fondly of friends, but it's the same with parents, siblings, out of school friends, family pets... it doesn't mean they'll be miserable.

The earlier they start, the better. 4 years old isn't the youngest possible age, obviously, but she will adjust and be a great learner, I'm sure.

Can you tell me a little more about the school?

"Harm" might be a strong word, but then again, I have strong feelings about Montessori. I see many parents on here saying that "x y and z happened to me when I was little and I'm just fine!" but early childhood is a critical time in the formation of personality.[/quote]

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