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Welcome to the Great Minds Nursery Dubai Montessori blog, a dedicated space where we explore the world of Montessori education, child development, and nurturing environments for young learners. Our aim is to provide valuable insights, practical tips, and the latest updates in Montessori education and early childhood education to support parents, educators, and caregivers.
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Birth to 3 Years – Cognitive Development
Cognition refers to the mental processes involved in thinking, perceiving, and acquiring and organising knowledge. In the first three years of life, cognition develops in three ways: Sensorimotor intelligence, perception and language.
How Montessori Prepares Children for Any School – No Matter the Curriculum
At our Montessori nursery for children aged 1 to 6, one of the most common questions we hear from parents is: “Will my child be ready for other schools if they start with Montessori?” The answer is a confident yes — and here’s why.
Screen-Free Activities for Children Inspired by Montessori Learning
In today’s digital age, it’s more important than ever to offer children screen-free activities that support their development, creativity, and independence. At Great Minds nursery in we believe that young children thrive through purposeful, hands-on experiences—not screens.
From First Grasp to First Writing: Understanding Your Child’s Pincer Grip and Pencil Hold
Watching your child grow and develop new skills is one of the joys of parenting. One particularly important milestone is the development of the pincer grip—the ability to hold objects between the thumb and forefinger. This small but powerful movement lays the foundation for important life skills, including self-feeding, buttoning clothes, and eventually, writing.
5 Ways the Montessori Approach Supports Emotional Intelligence in Early Childhood
Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand, express, and manage emotions. It is one of the most important life skills a child can develop. In Montessori education, emotional development isn’t treated as separate from academic learning; it’s built into the very foundation of the method.
Montessori at Home: Activities for Ages 1-6
Bringing the Montessori method into your home doesn’t require a classroom or expensive materials. With a few simple adjustments, you can create a calm, structured, and stimulating environment that supports your child’s natural development—from toddlerhood to early childhood.
How to Prepare Your Child for the Nursery
Starting nursery is a significant milestone for both children and parents. At Great Minds Nursery, we understand that this transition can bring a mix of excitement, anxiety, and big emotions. Preparing your child emotionally for nursery, especially for those first few drop-offs, can make all the difference in creating a positive and nurturing start to their early education journey.
Birth to 3 Years – Physical Growth and Development
In the first two years, humans grow more than at any other time of life. Growth is fastest in the first year. During this time, most full-term infants triple their birth weight and almost double their height. During the second year, most infants grow a bit more slowly than they did in the first year.
5 of the Most Important Montessori Concepts
Maria Montessori observed and worked with young children for many years developing a program that gave the teachers information about the materials and methods that she felt worked with children.