Classroom Atmosphere

Allo Montessori Classrooms have a very different vibe than the traditional school classroom. Our classrooms are learning environments designed for children to thrive independently of constant teacher direction. Shelves are low and all materials are within reach of even the youngest children. Lessons are thoughtfully arranged from simple to complex, most concrete to more abstract concepts and in the sequence they will be presented and mastered. This strategic organization gives children a clear understanding of which lessons to do and when. They simply work their way through the materials on the shelves moving from left to right, top to bottom.

Allo Montessori Preschool Classroom

Classrooms feels open, organized, and fresh
You will see areas for Math, Language, Science, Geography, Sensorial, and Practical Life. Shelves are low and the materials are easily accessible to the children. There are work rugs and tables for students to work independently or with their peers.
Personal Teacher Engagement
Teachers engaging with children individually or in small groups. Working at eye-level, using hands-on materials, teaching through conversation.
Experiential Learning
Children working individually or in groups. Achieving long lasting mastery of academic fundamentals by using their senses and experiences.
Personal and Peer Celebrations
Children take pride in their work with small celebrations among their peers.
Dynamic Individualized Curriculum
Children working individually, learning from their peers or receiving a lesson from a teacher, they move fluidly through a vast and eclectic curriculum at a speed that their mastery will allow.
Child Centric Resolution
Children are guided through healthy and independent conflict resolution skills.
Independence
Ability to choose lessons, eat snack, use the bathroom, etc as needed.
Teacher’s space is harmonious with the classroom.
Environment Design for Independence
Intentionally designed environment organized to empowers children to independently thrive. Shelves, tables, educational activities, tools for cleaning, and everything else they need to be independent is within their reach.
Mixed Age Groups
Children ranging from 3-6 years old. Mentoring, teaching, and caring for one another. Receiving lessons based on their skill level, not age.

Traditional Schools

Visually Cluttered
Visually overwhelming decor, rewards charts, progress charts, minimal floor space.
Collective Teaching
Teaching to the collective. No hands-on materials. No participation. No creativity.
Rote Learning
Learning through monotonous lessons. Tests based on memorization verses understanding.
Temporary Flattery
Teacher directed flattery, spectacles and rewards.
Regimented Classroom
Individual students must all work at the pace of the whole class, whether they are struggling or unchallenged.
Teacher Directed
Teacher directed punishment and timeout.
Micro-Management
Required to ask permission for any need.
Bulky, cluttered, teacher-only zone.
Teacher governed environment.
Children organized and taught by by age

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