Children Are Capable

Montessori begins with a simple belief: children are capable, curious, and eager to learn.

Rather than doing everything for children, Montessori gives them opportunities to participate, make choices, solve problems, and develop the confidence that comes from doing things for themselves.

🌱 CHILD-CENTERED

Meet the Child Where They Are

Every child develops at their own pace. Montessori allows children to work with materials and lessons that meet their individual needs and interests rather than expecting every child to learn in exactly the same way.

👐 HANDS-ON

Children Learn by Doing

Montessori materials turn abstract ideas into something children can see, touch, manipulate, and understand. Through hands-on experiences, children build a deeper understanding of language, mathematics, science, and the world around them.

🌿 INDEPENDENCE

"I Can Do It Myself."

I'd actually use this phrase.

Montessori gives children opportunities to practice real-life skills, make choices, solve problems, and take responsibility for their environment.

The goal isn't to make things easier for children. It's to help them discover what they're capable of.

🏡 THE PREPARED ENVIRONMENT

A Classroom Designed for Children

A Montessori classroom is intentionally prepared to encourage independence. Materials are organized, accessible, and designed to allow children to make choices, practice skills, and discover how things work.

The environment itself becomes part of the teacher.

💚 RESPECT

Respect Comes First

We speak to children with respect. We give them time to work through challenges. We listen to their ideas. We recognize that they are individuals with their own personalities, interests, strengths, and needs.

Respect doesn't mean letting children do whatever they want. It means guiding them with kindness while helping them develop responsibility and self-discipline.

🤝 GRACE & COURTESY

Learning How to Be Part of a Community

Montessori isn't just about learning letters and numbers.

Children learn how to greet one another, listen, wait for a turn, solve problems, ask for help, care for their environment, and treat others with kindness and respect.

🌟 ACADEMIC PREPARATION

Strong Foundations for School—and Life

Montessori children develop foundational skills in language, mathematics, science, problem-solving, concentration, and communication.

But we're also helping children develop something equally important: the ability to approach new challenges with confidence and curiosity.

Why Little Haven Montessori?

Montessori is more than a method of teaching. It's a way of seeing children.

At Little Haven, I combine authentic Montessori practice with the warmth and personal attention of a small, home-based environment.

With more than 20 years of Montessori experience, I create an environment where children are known, respected, encouraged, and given the opportunity to grow into capable and confident learners.

• Authentic Montessori

• Small, Home-Based Environment

• Individualized Attention

• 20+ Years of Experience

💬 PARENT VOICES

Ms. Andrea has been an exceptional teacher for my child, consistently ensuring that all his needs were met. She diligently addressed any areas of concern, helping him focus and master the necessary skills. Additionally, she was always open to discussing any concerns I had, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.

— Amanda L.

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🌼 CURIOUS ABOUT MONTESSORI?

I'd love to answer your questions, tell you more about our program, and welcome you to Little Haven.