Montessori Tides School Enrollment (2017-2018)
Comparison of Montessori & Conventional Education
| Conventional | Montessori |
|---|---|
| Late start at school (5-6) | Early start at school (2-3) |
| One age per class | 3 year age range per class |
| Seated at desks | Freedom to move about |
| Little socialization | Community atmosphere |
| Large group lessons | Individual lessons |
| Teacher as source of answers | Self correcting materials |
| Rewards and punishments | Natural, logical consequences |
| Adult centered schedule | Child centered schedule |
| Frequent interruptions | Longer free work periods |
| Limited curriculum | Enhanced curriculum |
| Peer comparison as test | Progress of students as test |
| Emphasis on grades | Emphasis on learning |
| Emphasis on conformity | Emphasis on individuality |
| Annual promotion | Progress at individual rate |
| Teacher as disciplinarian | Emphasis on “self” control |
| Corporal punishment | PEACE in education |
| Little parent involvement | Strong school/ home ties |
| Graded report cards | Observation based progress reports |
Researched by: Eugene A. Haggerty
ED 177.07 (Educational Validities)
Experimental College
San Francisco State College
‘Education starts at birth.’ – Dr. Maria Montessori
