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Best Investment for Your Child's Future
Acacia Montessori is a nursery & kindergarten in Kota Kemuning for children aged 2½ to 6 years old. We proudly offer authentic Montessori education and promote learning in an environment that reflects the values of peace and respect for the child.
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Welcome to Acacia Montessori, Kota Kemuning. We are now enrolling children aged between 2½ to 6 years old for the 2024-2025 school year.
After School Care
Our school extends the day from 4.00pm to 7.00pm for after care.
Explore After School CareWhat is Montessori?
Montessori education is a child-centered educational approach that was developed by Dr. Maria Montessori. It is based on the idea that children have a natural desire to learn and that they are capable of self-directed learning.
There are several reasons why some people believe Montessori education is better than traditional education methods:
There are several reasons why some people believe Montessori education is better than traditional education methods:
Individualised Learning Pace
Montessori education recognizes that every child learns differently and adapts to all learning styles. Students are free to learn at their own pace, and everyone progresses as they please with teacher guidance and individual study plans.
Interact with Different Ages
The multi-age classroom allows children with different ages working together and socializing happily. Older students have the chance to become mentors to their younger classmates while learning and practicing important leadership skills; younger children feel supported and gain confidence about the challenges ahead.
Close-knit, Caring Community
Students grow into a close-knit, caring community. When children work, learn and grow together, they learn far more than they learn alone. Teacher will also have the space and time to uncover each child’s strengths, weaknesses and personality traits.
Practical Life Skills
Montessori education places a strong emphasis on practical life skills, such as self-care, dressing, and preparing meals. This helps children to develop independence and confidence, as well as a sense of responsibility and purpose.
Socialization and Cooperation
Montessori education promotes socialization and cooperation. Children in a Montessori classroom are encouraged to work together and to help each other, which can help them to develop strong social skills and a sense of community.
Creativity and Problem-solving
Montessori education emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning, which encourages children to think creatively and solve problems on their own. This helps to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills that will be useful throughout their lives.
Top differences between Traditional & Montessori Education
Rather than simply filling children with facts, Montessori education strives to nurture each child’s natural desire for knowledge, understanding, and respect.
Traditional
Education
- Mainly group instruction with textbooks.
- The child spends most of the day engaging in group activities that may not appeal to him.
- Same age group.
- Group sets the pace – child is either ahead or behind the group.
- Teacher is enforcer of discipline.
Montessori
Education
- Child-centered learning.
- Mainly individual lessons with specialized equipment and materials.
- The child spends the day actively learning skills and knowledge that appeal to him.
- Mixed age groups allow younger children to imitate the older ones, while the older ones are encouraged to lead.
- Child works at his own pace without limits on achievement.
- Environment and method encourage self-discipline.
Some kind words from the parents
Learn why so many families choosen Acacia Montessori
"Compared to her previous kindergarten, our daughter now looks forward to attend school every morning. She has become more social, independent and confident. The teachers did a great job developing my daughter's self-esteem, artistic talent and musical interest."
Keiran W.
Parents
“The cost is very affordable and all the teachers and staff have been great to work with. Both our children truly blossomed during their time there!"
Norfatiha J.
Parents
"Love the small classrooms and all the teachers there. The afterschool care services they provide are fantastic, my daughter is always excited and wanted to stay longer when she was at child watch."
Kah Yin
Parents
"There's peace of mind when we leave our daughter at Acacia. We know that she is in a safe & nurturing learning environment while we can concentrate on our jobs and without any worries."
Lynn Chong
Parents
"My 3-year-old goes there. We researched nearly every Montessori education in Kota Kemuning and Acacia is by far the best school that implements Montessori principles that most align with our values."
Ravindran T.
Parents
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