"The child has one intuitive aim: self development.  He wants to do and see and learn for himself, through his senses and not through the eyes of an adult. The child who accomplishes this becomes a full person. He is educated."

-Maria Montessori
(1870 - 1952)

Unique advantages of The Montessori School at Holy Rosary

Offers primary, elementary, and adolescent programs
Your child benefits from the continuity of educational approach and intimate community. One teacher typically spends three or more years with a child, becoming keenly tuned in to their unique personality. Multi-age classrooms stimulate social and intellectual groups and a profound sense of belonging.

Enriching urban setting
It is our mission to maintain a blend of culturally and economically diverse students. Children learn to enjoy and appreciate children and families who are different from their own, preparing them for life in the larger society.

Nurtures the spirit
Dr. Montessori observed that young children naturally desire to draw close to God. Spiritual life and growth is enriched through the "Catechesis of the Good Shepherd", offered as part of daily life in our classrooms.

For those families who choose to participate in the catechetical program, the Montessori School at Holy Rosary has dedicated an area, an 'atrium', in each classroom with a "prepared environment" for helping the relationship between God and the child to flourish. The atrium is a place for religious life, for community and worship, not a classroom for instruction. The atrium is a place of work which becomes a conversation with God.

Located in University Circle
During the elementary and middle school years, children explore and learn during visits to world-class museums and institutions. The neighborhood of Little Italy is filled with rich discoveries for children, from art galleries to bakeries. Find out more about our school.

All Day Montessori
To serve full-time working parents, our all-day program maintains a Montessori approach. Children live in the Montessori prepared environment which includes room for play, music, cooking, exercise and dramatics.

"We shall walk together on this path of life, for all things are part of the universe, and are connected with each other to form one whole unity." Maria Montessori 

Visitors since March 14, 2004

Outcomes for Students in a Montessori Program
A Longitudinal Study of the Experience in the Milwaukee Public Schools

"This study supports the hypothesis that Montessori education has a positive long-term impact. Additionally, it provides an affirmative answer to questions about whether Montessori students will be successful in traditional schools."

"A significant finding in this study is the association between a Montessori education and superior performance on the Math and Science scales of the ACT and WKCE. In essence, attending a Montessori program from the approximate ages of three to eleven predicts significantly higher mathematics and science standardized test scores in high school."

http://www.montessori-ami.org/research/outcomes.pdf

The above referenced document, completed in May 2003, is a scientific study which determines the specific benefits of a Montessori education between the age of three through sixth grade.  Click on the link to read the entire document ( opens in a new window).  

AMI /USA School Recognition
While the name "Montessori" may be used by any school, the educational standards, teacher training and materials may vary widely.  Dr. Montessori began Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) to insure high standards in Montessori schools.
Teachers at the Montessori School at Holy Rosary are professionals, with college degrees as well as Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) training.  AMI was founded by Maria Montessori to ensure the integrity of her philosophy.  The training is rigorous with standards set according to Dr. Montessori's design.  Each classroom must be equipped with special materials and be well maintained.  Our AMI Certificate of Recognition confirms our support of Montessori principles faithfully put into practice.

"The real preparation for education is the study of one's self."  M. Montessori

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