The document describes the Derry Montessori School and its educational approach. It offers a low student-teacher ratio, respect for diversity, and a broad, challenging curriculum. The Montessori method allows children freedom to explore and learn at their own pace in a prepared environment. It cultivates independence and responsibility through hands-on learning across subjects like language, math, science, and practical life skills. The school provides individualized attention to help each child reach their full potential.

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• lower student to teacher ratios
• respect for diversity
• broad & challenging curriculum
• warm & supportive community
• exceptional teaching
• curriculum related field trips
• community outreach
• nutrition conscious environment
Children possess an immeasurable
capacity to learn. Motivation is within
all children. What they require is an
environment that gives them the
freedom to exercise their natural
curiosity. Our classroom allows for
free movement, hands on learning, a
flexible curriculum and the
opportunity to work uninterrupted
for as long as necessary.
In essence, our classroom cultivates
“freedom with responsibility”.
“The child, not the teacher, is
the center of the classroom.”
A carefully prepared environment is
the core of a Montessori classroom.
Working in this noncompetitive
atmosphere helps children to develop
inner discipline, competency, creativity
and self-motivation. The prepared
environment includes a diverse set of
unique materials and activities. Upon
entering our classroom, you will
immediately notice a difference; the
students are working purposefully and
cooperatively in small groups or
independently.
One of the many benefits of
Montessori education is that it
allows your child to advance at their
own pace and to strive towards their
own personal best.
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The child practices and masters each
concept and learns to solve problems
through concrete and abstract methods.
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The language curriculum is
incorporated throughout all areas of
the classroom including oral, writing,
grammar, literature & reading skills.
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Students learn physical science, history
and geography including cultural
studies from around the world.
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Here the child is able to practice life
skills including food preparation,
sewing, plant & animal care and being
part of a community.
“Education is a
journey, not a race.”
The benefit of a private education at
DMS is our very personal approach.
All of our students receive
individualized instruction and attention.
Our teachers promote, rather
than direct, the learning process and
the children are responsible for their
environment.
Our school has an integrated
curriculum which helps the child to
develop as a whole person.
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2. “a joyful adventure of lifelong learning”
65 East Broadway
Derry, NH 03038
#603-432-8345
Donna Compagna, our administrator,
founded DMS in 1982 with a handful
of children. A dedicated staff of
Montessori certified teachers with
cumulative teaching experience of
over 60 years has nurtured our
school’s growth to now include a
complete elementary program through
sixth grade.
Our staff is eager to show you our
school and talk with you about the
Montessori approach to education.
We invite you to make an appointment
to visit. Simply call our school!
The Derry Montessori School does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin
in the administration of its educational policies,
admission policies, scholarships or other school-
administered programs.
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