[TCF] Is Montessori education all it’s cracked up to be? What science says

Walk into any bookshop these days and you will find Montessori-labelled books and games galore. Born at the start of the 20th century, Montessori teaching methods have enjoyed increasing popularity in Europe over the past 20 years.

But what does the science tell us about the effectiveness of Montessori education compared with other forms of teaching? Is the method, which is now more than 100 years old, still relevant to modern life?

The ABCs of Montessori education

Founded on a number of key principles, Montessori education believes children will learn better if we entrust them with more freedom. Its curriculum is divided into several discovery areas dedicated to practical and sensory …