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Seattle, WA
Discovery Montessori School
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neighborhood: Queen Anne/Magnolia · Telephone: (206) 282-3848 · Website: www.discoverymontessorischool.org
General Approach to Learning
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| Play-based with some structure | |
| Predominantly teacher-led instruction | |
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Director's Comments
Learning and Development occur at a personal pace and yet in recognizable stages. The teachers observe, guide, and interact with students with respect and awareness of each one as an individual.
Social Skills & Work Habits
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Curriculum and Teaching Approach
| PLAY-BASED | PLAY-BASED WITH SOME STRUCTURE | MOSTLY TEACHER LED | NOT FORMALLY IN CURRICULUM | CONDUCIVE ENVIRONMENT | ||
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| Other subjects taught | Yoga is included in each classroom. Food Origins and Preparation in support of our practical life skills. Sign Language and world languages are included mostly with experiential lessons. Gardening and Outdoor Education bring our learning activities outside. | |||||
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Director's Comments
Our curriculum blossoms as we involve the children and families with sharing and cultural experiences. Parents who wish to share a talent or interest within the curriculum plans are encouraged to bring that to the class. This includes talents of artist, chef, musician, languages, cultural finds, and travels.
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