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Montessori education attracts many parents of children with ADHD: freedom of movement, hands-on learning, individual pace. But it also requires a lot of independence. Is it suitable? Here are the strengths and the points to watch. Knowing its strengths and limits well helps you make an informed choice.
Montessori education is based on the child’s independence, choice of activities, hands-on use of concrete materials and respect for each child’s pace. These principles appeal to many families.
We look at this point in more detail in ADHD and private school.
Freedom of movement, hands-on learning and individual pace can suit a child who needs to move around and learns better through concrete experience. These strengths can help them learn better.
This topic is covered in our page ADHD and restlessness in the classroom.
The independence required can be difficult for a child with ADHD: choosing an activity, sticking with it, finishing it and tidying up. Without sufficient structure, they may become easily distracted. They may then need more guided support.
You will find more details in the article ADHD and executive functions.
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It all depends on the educator and their ability to structure, guide and support the child with ADHD. A clear framework remains necessary. Find out about the training educators receive.
Our article ADHD and routines complements this advice.
Some Montessori principles can be used at home: concrete materials, visible storage, short activities, gradual independence. These ideas can help without changing school.
To find out more, see ADHD: management at home.
Observe a class, ask questions about how children with attention difficulties are welcomed, and about the place given to structure. Observe how the team handles children who become easily distracted.
The article ADHD and private school covers this question in detail.
Montessori education does not treat ADHD. It may suit some children, but not all. Support remains necessary. Every child must be considered individually.
This point is explained step by step in Treatment of ADHD in children.
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For some children, yes, but the independence required can be difficult. Freedom of movement and hands-on learning.
Freedom of movement, hands-on learning and individual pace. Independence can be difficult.
No, support remains necessary. A clear framework remains necessary.
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