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The Core Principles of Montessori Education Explained

Discover the core Montessori principles that support independence, motivation, and early childhood development.   Montessori education is guided by clear and intentional principles that support the development of the whole child. Rather than focusing solely on...

Why Independence is at the Heart of Montessori Education

Learn how Montessori education fosters independence, confidence, and responsibility.   Independence is one of the most valuable gifts we can give a young child. In Montessori education, independence is not rushed or forced. It is carefully supported through guidance,...

What is Toilet Learning in Montessori Education?  

Learn how Montessori toilet learning supports independence, confidence, and self-care skills for young children.   Toilet learning is a significant milestone in early childhood, and in Montessori education, it is approached with respect, patience, and a focus on...
We Love Our Teachers

We Love Our Teachers

As we all know, each child learns in different ways and at their own pace. Personally, I find it so incredible that using Montessori Method, we observe how each of our students learn and use that to teach them a particular concept. I know I may be a bit bias but we...

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Spring Popsicle Playdate

Spring Popsicle Playdate

Popsicle Playdate Ever wonder who your little ones new best friend is? Better yet, who that friends parents are? Well, Norbeck’s Popsicle Playdate is the perfect opportunity to find the answers to those questions. Held in both the fall and spring, this fun evening...

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Toddlers Parent/Child Morning & Art Show

Toddlers Parent/Child Morning & Art Show

Toddler Parent/Child Morning and Art Show:   The Parent-Child mornings and Art Shows were hugely successful in our toddler classrooms. Not only did our parents have the opportunity to see their child’s favorite lessons but they also were given the opportunity to...

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Dress Like Mom or Dad Day

Dress Like Mom or Dad Day

Dress Like Mom or Dad Day!   We thought it would be really cute for the kids to come to school dressed like their mom, dad or any special person in their life. As we all know, the adults in a child’s life help shape to who they are; regardless if it is a parent,...

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MRX News

MRX News

What is MRX? Every parent wants to know what their child is doing at school. However, more often than not when you ask your child what they did today, they will most likely answer, “I played” or “nothing”. Of course, as parents, we know this is not true but we also...

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Norbeck Montessori Summer Camp

Norbeck Montessori Summer Camp

Summer Time at Norbeck It’s hard to believe that summer is just around the corner. This summer at Norbeck Montessori promises to be one of our best summers ever! We have created some brand new themes and AMAZING projects and activities. We can’t wait to go exploring,...

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St. Patrick’s Day Fun!

Norbeck was filled with our little ones dressed in green to make sure that they wouldn’t get pinched! We had a lot of fun trying to catch those silly Leprechauns, somehow they were able to get inside without us knowing and cause a ruckus! Clocks turned upside down,...

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Norbeck Montessori’s Parent Child Night

[masterslider id="4"]   Last night was an exciting night for our children as they became the teachers in the classroom! Each child got a chance to pick three of their favorite lessons to show one of their parents and “teach” them how to do those lessons. It is a...

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The Dangers of Wearing a Winter Coat in a Car Seat

We thought this topic was one we should make our parents aware of, as each and every child attending Norbeck is still required to sit in a car seat. Did you know that having your child wear their winter coats in a car seat can actually be one of the most unsafe things...

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Testimonials

What Parents Say

We believe that clear communication with parents is essential to the child’s wellbeing. It is particularly important during the early preschool years when children reach and surpass many developmental milestones. Naturally, we work diligently to help each of the children to be best taken care of.  That is the reason why the parents give us  best reviews. Here are a few of them.