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The Cobb School, founded in 1974 and located on five picturesque acres in Simsbury, educates children 15 months through sixth grade. Cobb’s mission, “Believe, Guide, Step Aside, Let Fly,” and core values—Respect, Responsibility, Independence and Integrity—are felt in every element of the school. In this peaceful and diverse community, joy and...

THE COBB TALES, OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

The Cobb Tales is full of school news and includes our weekly slideshow that provides a window into the children's world. You may access back issues of the weekly newsletter under the News and Events tab. The Cobb Tales May 17, 201...

WHAT IS A MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY PROGRAM?

Montessori Elementary programs are growing throughout the world. Montessori schools that once educated only Primary children are expanding into the Elementary and Middle years. The Montessori Elementary curriculum is like none other. Although schools of various bents have adopted elements of the Montessori Elementary philosophy, only comprehensive, authentic Montessori Elementary pro...

PARENT INFANT COMMUNITY

Please join us with your baby, ages 0-15 months, for our Parent Infant Community meetings 10 Fridays this winter and spring beginning February 15, 9am - 10am. The Cobb School's Director of the Young Children's Community, Sheryl MacInnis, along with special guests, will lead this unique program, covering essential topics in ...

IS MONTESSORI A MATCH FOR MY CHILD?

Parents often ask, "How do I know Montessori is right for my child?" In this presentation Is Montessori a match for my child? we guide parents, in Montessori fashion, to their own answer. Keep clicking the arrow in the bottom righthand corner to move through the presentation or look under &ld...

WATCH MONTESSORI MADNESS!

Click HERE to watch Trevor Eissler's Fastdraw and find out why parents all over the world are choosing Montessori. "My three children attend a Montessori school, and recently a fellow parent told me of her own bright, engaged, inquisitive son, who had attended Montessori for a few years, until a job los...

LITTLE ACORN SUZUKI PARENT-CHILD MUSIC C

The Cobb School, Montessori is pleased to offer a unique music experience through the Suzuki Early Childhood Education (SECE) program for parent and child 0-3 years old. The upcoming session includes 11 Friday classes begining February 1, 10:45am - 11:45am. Suzuki ECE is unique in its emphasis on natural development fro...

ADMISSIONS AT THE COBB SCHOOL

The Cobb School enjoys rolling admissions. New parents are welcome to inquire about our programs and space availability throughout the year. Our Admissions Office tailors each visit to a family's unique needs but offers prospective parents guidelines to help create the smoothest and most welcoming admissions process possible. Click HERE to ...

HOW ARE MONTESSORI TEACHERS DIFFERENT?

Montessori teachers are vigorously trained and subsequently transformed. Click HERE to gain a greater understanding of the role and gift of the Montessori-trained teacher. Enjoy images of Cobb School teachers at work while listening to a reading of Chapter 13 "What A Montessori Teacher Needs to Be" from Dr. Maria Mon...

EDUCATION DESIGNED FOR THE HUMAN CONDITI

Dr. Maria Montessori created an approach to education based on her observations. She tested theories and drew conclusions. What she arrived at was a method for educating the child for life. To create the most fruitful environments with the most highly trained teachers who could guide each child to his or ...

WATCH SUPERWOMAN WAS ALREADY HERE!

Click HERE to watch Daniel Petter-Lipstein's Fastdraw and discover how this Montessori Madman is answering the big question in the national discussion on edu...

THE PARENT INFANT COMMUNITY AT THE COBB

Dr. Maria Montessori wrote, "The greatest of the human personality begins at the hour of birth, so education must start from birth." The Cobb School’s Parent Infant Community begins a baby’s education by providing guidance and support for parents and preparing an environment for infant development. Click HERE to read mor...

OUR HOUSE: A PEEK INSIDE COBB

Children should feel at peace and at home in their schools. At The Cobb School we prepare every environment for productive, peaceful days. Cobb is a home-away-from-home for its students, and this VIDEO will help you see "our house" as it is: a magical place where children are building themselves as ...

SUMMERTIME AT COBB

Summertime at Cobb is now open to the public. The Cobb School's summer day camp will give your child ages 3-12 a summer of choices: exploring nature, making crafts, tending gardens, preparing healthy foods, playing games, following his or her passions, and learning about the world in a hands-on, Montesori-rich environment. One-week ses...

AMI ASSISTANTS TRAINING COURSE

May 13, 2013 to June 6, 2013 in Hartford, CT Monday through Thursday 2pm- 6pm Presenter Uma Ramani, AMI Primary Trainer The course consists of class lectures, discussions and activities. Participants must also log 9 additional hours of observation in Montessori Primary and Elementary classrooms. Readings and three written papers will be ...

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