April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to reflect on how we manage stress and support mental wellness in ourselves and others—including the youngest members of our community. At Apple Montessori Schools, this month serves as a meaningful reminder of our ongoing commitment to nurturing not just the minds of our students, but also their emotional well-being.

These are some of the most frequently asked questions about Montessori, Apple, and what we do!

If Montessori is new to you and your family, or even if you need a refresh, it's helpful to understand what your child can expect to experience in each program!

Walk into any toy store or scroll Amazon, and you'll find the word "Montessori" listed on anything from plastic shape sorters to battery-operated learning gadgets. But just because something is labeled Montessori doesn’t mean it truly aligns with Montessori principles.

Have you been curious about Montessori as an option for your child’s education? Even if you’ve just heard the term in your parenting circles, it’s important to know that Montessori is not just a buzzword; in fact, it’s an over 100-year-old educational approach developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician. She believed in independence and self-motivation, pioneering this hands-on learning technique that relies on an intentional, well-prepared, and a carefully crafted student learning environment.

Peace education plays a fundamental role at Apple Montessori Schools.

At Apple Montessori Schools, we encourage children to select and engage in individual activities, enabling them to learn at their own pace. Our personalized approach empowers children to discover and explore activities that most interest them, dedicating as much time as desired to each pursuit. This freedom of choice cultivates self-discipline, creativity, problem-solving skills, and a lifelong passion for learning.

In Montessori education, daily mindfulness practice and concentrated attention are important tools in creating a conducive classroom environment for learning. At Apple Montessori Schools, we understand the need to give children moments to breathe quietly and focus their energy in a positive way during mindfulness lessons to help nurture the mind and body.

At Apple Montessori Schools, we believe in developing and nurturing the whole child ― physically, emotionally, academically and socially ― to help them realize their full potential. By using real materials for meaningful learning experiences in the classroom, there is a connection between the child and reality.

Research shows strong evidence that Montessori education provides long-term positive benefits and may be superior to traditional, conventional methods of education, especially on measures relating to students’ psychological health and well-being.