At Natura Montessori Academy, We are passionate about our diverse curriculum which ensures inclusivity for all children. We understand and respect children’s preference for freely chosen activities and use their natural curiosity to encourage learning and development. Our children are encouraged to be thinkers, explorers, communicators and problem solvers.
Children are active participants in our exploration-based program which supports their social, physical, emotional and cognitive development, and nurtures their language and literacy skills. We aim to foster curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, to develop language and to promote children’s health and well-being through hands-on and interactive physical activity. By interacting with their peers in different settings, children learn important social, emotional and problem-solving skills. They become more independent, mature, and capable. They also learn to reason, to develop a strong sense of self and self-confidence, to understand and respect for others.
Here are some key features and principles associated with our exploration-based curriculum
Child-Centered Learning
The focus is on the child’s interests, needs, and developmental stage. Teachers observe and adapt their approach to support each child’s unique learning style.
Social Interaction and Collaboration
Exploration-based environments promote social interaction, cooperation, and communication among children. Through play, they learn to negotiate, share, and work collaboratively with their peers.
Positive Emotional Environment
The emphasis on play contributes to a positive and enjoyable learning environment. Children are more likely to be motivated, engaged, and curious when learning is associated with fun and enjoyment.
Creativity and Imagination
Play encourages creativity and imagination, allowing children to express themselves freely. Through activities like imaginative play, storytelling, role-playing and artistic expression, children develop their creative thinking skills.
Early literacy
The program is designed to promote emergent reading and writing comprehension. We offer a variety of fun and stimulating activities to help children identify letters, comprehend sounds and words, and develop best practices to support early writing habits.
Early Math
We provide activities that measure children’s ability to understand numbers, patterns, sorting, and ordering, as well as the ability to use numbers to add, subtract, measure, and graph.
Sensory and Motor Skills Development
Many play activities involve hands-on experiences that stimulate the senses and enhance motor skills. For example, activities like drawing, building with blocks, or engaging in outdoor play contribute to the development of fine and gross motor skills.
Outdoor Exploration
Nature Play: we have outdoor spaces for exploration, incorporating elements like sandboxes, water play, and natural materials.
Physical Play: we encourage activities that develop gross motor skills such as running, jumping, and climbing.