Learning through independence, concentration and purposeful work.
The classroom is carefully prepared so children can choose meaningful activities, practice skills repeatedly and develop confidence at their own pace.
Montessori began with observation, not theory alone.
Maria Montessori developed her approach by closely observing how children learned, concentrated, moved, and responded to their environment. Her work emphasized respect for the child, purposeful materials, independence, and carefully prepared spaces that allow children to develop at their own pace.
More than a century later, those same principles remain at the center of authentic Montessori classrooms around the world.
A modern randomized study found lasting early-learning benefits.
In a 2025 national randomized controlled trial of public Montessori preschool, children showed stronger outcomes by the end of kindergarten in reading, executive function, short-term memory, and social understanding.
Reading & Memory
Montessori students showed stronger reading and short-term memory outcomes by kindergarten.
Executive Function
Children also demonstrated stronger executive-function outcomes and social understanding.
Problem Solving Skills
Montessori encourages children to think independently, work through challenges and discover solutions through hands-on learning. By making choices, correcting their own work and approaching activities in different ways, children build confidence, persistence and strong problem-solving skills.
Michigan Montessori Society
Children's Place Montessori is affiliated with the Michigan Montessori Society and follows the requirements set forth for Authentic Montessori Accreditation.