Why Montessori at Home?
You love the Montessori philosophy but want the flexibility and intimacy of homeschooling. You believe children learn best when they are free to follow their interests.
You are looking for a curriculum that honors Montessori principles while providing structure and guidance for home implementation.
Self-degree offers Montessori-aligned learning that works in your home, without expensive materials or teacher training.
Our Montessori Approach
Follow the Child
Observe your child interests and readiness. Let their natural curiosity guide the learning journey.
Prepared Environment
Curated digital and physical materials that invite exploration and independent learning.
Hands-On Learning
Concrete before abstract. Manipulatives, real-world experiences, and sensorial exploration.
Practical Life
Develop independence through real tasks: cooking, cleaning, caring for self and environment.
Cosmic Education
Understand the interconnectedness of all things. See your child place in the universe.
Self-Directed Learning
Your child chooses their work. Develop intrinsic motivation and love of learning.
The Montessori Planes of Development
First Plane (Ages 0-6): The Absorbent Mind
Focus: Sensorial exploration, practical life, language development, and early math concepts.
Approach: Hands-on materials, freedom of movement, and respect for the child natural development.
Second Plane (Ages 6-12): The Reasoning Mind
Focus: Cosmic education, cultural studies, advanced math, and moral development.
Approach: Great lessons, research projects, and collaborative learning.
Third Plane (Ages 12-18): The Humanistic Mind
Focus: Identity formation, social justice, real-world application, and preparation for adulthood.
Approach: Erdkinder (land-based learning), entrepreneurship, and community engagement.
Montessori Curriculum Areas
Practical Life
Care of self, care of environment, grace and courtesy, and control of movement. Build independence and concentration.
Sensorial
Refine the senses through exploration of size, color, sound, texture, and more. Foundation for abstract thinking.
Language
Phonetic reading, writing, grammar, and literature. Multi-sensory approach that honors the child natural language development.
Mathematics
Concrete materials (golden beads, number rods) leading to abstract understanding. Make math tangible and joyful.
Cultural Studies
Geography, history, science, art, and music. Explore the interconnectedness of all knowledge.
Creating Your Prepared Environment
You do not need a classroom full of expensive materials. We will help you create a Montessori environment at home:
- Child-sized furniture:
Low shelves, accessible materials, and independence-promoting setup
- Order and beauty:
Organized, aesthetically pleasing spaces that invite engagement
- Real tools:
Actual kitchen utensils, gardening tools, and cleaning supplies (child-safe)
- Natural materials:
Wood, metal, glass, and fabric over plastic when possible
- Limited choices:
Curated selection of materials, rotated based on interest and readiness
- Freedom of movement:
Space to work on the floor, at a table, or standing
Ready to Start Your Montessori Homeschool Journey?
Join families who are raising independent, curious learners with authentic Montessori principles.
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