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Amarillo, TX, USA
"The goal of early childhood education should be to activate the child's own natural desire to learn through a child-centered education approach." - Dr. Maria Montessori, who championed the Montessori Method.
The MOntessori Method
overview of Montessori
The Montessori Method, a renowned approach to child-centered education, was developed by Dr. Maria Montessori over 100 years ago. This method is founded on the belief that children learn most effectively when they are treated as capable individuals, given the freedom to explore, discover, and learn at their own pace within a carefully prepared environment.
In a Montessori classroom, children select their activities from a variety of hands-on materials that support their academic, social, and emotional development. These materials are intentionally sequenced, enabling children to gradually build skills while fostering independence, concentration, and confidence.
Instead of traditional teacher-led instruction, Montessori educators serve as guides. They observe each child, introduce lessons when the child is ready, and nurture learning through curiosity and intrinsic motivation rather than through rewards or grades.
Another essential aspect of the Montessori Method is the mixed-age classroom, which promotes collaboration, leadership, and peer learning. Younger children benefit from observing their older peers, while older children enhance their understanding by mentoring others.
At its core, the Montessori Method emphasizes respect—for the child, for others, and for the world. It not only nurtures academic growth but also cultivates a lifelong love of learning, a strong sense of responsibility, and a global mindset rooted in empathy and community.
Our Approach
Modern Montessori Education
Modern Montessori at Novum Academy honors the foundation laid by Dr. Maria Montessori while recognizing that children today are growing up in a rapidly changing, interconnected world. Rooted in time-tested Montessori Method principles, our approach thoughtfully evolves to meet the social, emotional, and intellectual needs of modern learners.
Through the intentional integration of social-emotional learning, ethical leadership, and contemporary educational strategies, we provide a child-centered education that nurtures the whole child—mind, body, and heart. Our learning environments celebrate diverse abilities and learning styles, foster inclusion and neurodiversity, and help children build self-awareness, empathy, resilience, and a deep sense of responsibility to themselves and others.
At Novum Academy, academic excellence is paired with meaningful, real-world learning. Students engage in inquiry-driven, project-based experiences that encourage curiosity, collaboration, and problem-solving. Modern technology is used purposefully and sparingly—only when it enhances learning and never at the expense of hands-on exploration and meaningful materials. Alongside strong academic foundations, children develop essential real-world skills such as critical thinking, communication, independence, and adaptability. As a result, students are not only academically prepared but also confident, compassionate, and capable individuals—ready to contribute positively to a global society.
Novum Academy
Thank you for your interest in Novum Academy! Complete your waitlist request today! Enrollment begins April 2026!