Daycare in Rockville, Maryland

The Dangers of Wearing a Winter Coat in a Car Seat

We thought this topic was one we should make our parents aware of, as each and every child attending Norbeck is still required to sit in a car seat. Did you know that having your child wear their winter coats in a car seat can actually be one of the most unsafe things a lot … Continue reading →

Norbeck Celebrates 100 Days of School

From the very first day of school, Mr. Denis’ class keeps track of the number of days they’ve been in school in anticipation of the 100th day. The days are counted by adding the number to the classroom caterpillar that hangs on Mr. Denis’ wall in his classroom. More than just a milestone worth noting … Continue reading →

Norbeck’s Annual Valentine’s Day Fun!

Norbeck was a sea of red, pink, and purple to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Both our big and little Cupids worked so hard on Valentine projects in order to make the classroom festive for their party. The children were so excited to bring in their special Valentine cards and give them out to their friends today. … Continue reading →

Practical Life – How to Emulate the Montessori Lessons at Home

Parents often ask us how to continue the Montessori approach to learning at home. There are many ways you can continue and reinforce the approach for your child outside of the classroom. The purpose of this article is to introduce you to some of the ideas, once you get the hang of it you will … Continue reading →

Did you know the Royal family has chosen a Montessori Preschool for the handsome Prince George?

Prince William and Princess Kate have chosen a Montessori school for their first child, Prince George, to attend. On Wednesday, January 6th Prince George started at Westacre Montessori in Norfolk, UK. Westacre is located 10 miles away from the Royal’s Anmer Hall home on the Sandringham Estate. A mother of three whose sons went there … Continue reading →

Norbeck Montessori’s Approach to Reading

Watch Our Video to Learn More About Our Reading Approach A lot of people ask us how we teach children to be such good readers? We tell them that we don’t necessarily “teach” them to be good readers; rather, we give them the foundation they need in order to become great readers. Norbeck begins teaching … Continue reading →