"Whoever touches the life of the child touches the most sensitive point of a whole, which has roots in the most distant past and climbs towards the infinite future." Maria Montessori

Montessori School
of the
Finger Lakes
(315) 252-2225

The Goals of the Montessori Method

With an eye toward the development of a competent, self-assured, independent, and caring adult, the Montessori method aims to: Foster natural curiosity and a positive attitude toward school, develop each child's self-confidence and habits of initiative, concentration, and persistence, and nurture inner security and a sense of order.

The Mission of the Montessori School of the Finger Lakes

To nurture an individual's growth; to guide children in independent learning; to foster their exploration and understanding of the environment; and to promote respectful interaction; that they may become contributing members of the global community.