On March 17, 2023, schools around the country will celebrate National Preschool Teacher Appreciation Day. A day that is dedicated to expressing our gratitude and respect to preschool teachers who play a critical role in the lives of our children. They are the unsung heroes who put in an endless effort to support kids’ social,...
Hands-on, experiential learning is at the heart of Montessori education. Children attending Springdale Academy, the best preschool in Hillsborough Township, New Jersey, are instilled with a global perspective. They are educated about different cultures and traditions through cultural learning. This includes geography, history, science, art, music, and language, as well as the use of sensory...
Here we go again! It’s time for Springdale Academy’s Learning Series. In our previous learning series post, we focused on the iconic Pink Tower. Those who have read it should recall that once children master the Pink Tower activity, we encourage them to try out the pink tower and brown stairs extension activity. Those of...
An activity that prepares children for Math, Language, and Writing simultaneously! Greetings from Springdale Academy to all parents! Whether you are already a part of the Springdale Academy family, prospective parents, or just curious about how kids learn concepts at the school, the learning series is our way of sharing how students at Springdale Academy,...
Do you remember the havoc the COVID-19 pandemic caused in our lives over the last two years? Not only did it cause varying degrees of stress, fear, loss, anxiety, grief, and other struggles, but it also took away our freedom to hug each other! Once physical and social distancing became the norm, a hug at...
It’s finally that time of the year! 2022 has just ended, and with the start of the new year comes positivity and a desire to do things differently. Of course, we are talking about New Year’s resolutions. After all, it is a tradition, and it is even better when done together. Resolutions can begin in...
The holiday season is right around the corner for the students of Springdale Academy, and it’s time for a well-deserved rest. Traveling offers everyone a chance to break out of their routine, explore a new place, and get out of their comfort zone. This is true for most of us, but what about our young...
Sensory learning is a vital part of life in Montessori education because it helps children become more logical, perceptive, and aware. The child is considered a “Sensorial Explorer” in Montessori philosophy after learning to perceive qualities through sensorial experiences. And we have had growing interest from parents in the sensory learning materials that are being...
Screens are getting more and more common as our lives become more digital. Even though it continues to be a necessary part of our professional lives, it has also managed to take over our leisure time. We rely on them heavily for news and entertainment, for reading books and shopping, and for staying in touch...
As a Montessori school, Springdale Academy strongly believes that nature inspires children’s curiosity and exploration. Children gain a holistic development from interacting with and immersing themselves in nature, motivating them to live an environmentally responsible life. In light of this, autumn provides us with the best opportunity to educate our kids about nature with Montessori-inspired...