Escola Montessori do Porto

General Information - Escola Montessori do Porto

Escola Montessori do Porto is dedicated to providing a nurturing and engaging environment for young children, focusing on the Montessori method of education. The school offers various programs designed to foster independence, creativity, and a love for learning.

Programs Offered

Sentir Montessori (18-36 months)
This program introduces children to Montessori pedagogy, emphasizing self-help skills, music, and various art forms in both indoor and outdoor settings. It aims to promote independence and a positive attitude towards learning.
Explorar Montessori (3-6 years)
Designed for children in their absorbent phase, this program encourages movement, play, and exploration in a carefully prepared environment. It focuses on practical life, sensory experiences, language, and mathematics, promoting independence and self-control.
Expandir Montessori (6-9 years)
This program helps children transition from preschool to primary education using concrete materials to understand abstract concepts. It fosters communication, self-expression, and self-confidence in a safe environment.

Course Offerings

Master in Education Montessori 0-3
- Investment Value:
  - Inscription and reservation fee: €497
  - Course fee: €4000
- Location: Online
- Course Dates:
  - Theoretical part: June 17, 2023 - June 23, 2024 (online via Zoom)
  - Practical part: August 5, 2024 - August 9, 2024 (in Porto)
- Schedule:
  - Sessions on Saturdays and Sundays, bi-weekly.
  - Saturday (PT): 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM (break 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM)
  - Sunday (PT): 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  - Saturday (BR): 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM (break 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
  - Sunday (BR): 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Target Audience:
  Educators, psychologists, pediatricians, parental educators, parents, educational space managers, health professionals, and anyone interested in Montessori education.
- Course Content:
  1. Introduction to Montessori Psychopedagogy
  2. Child Neurodevelopment
  3. Home Environment Preparation
  4. Psychomotor Development Activities
  5. Language Activities for 0-3 years
  6. Practical Life Activities for 0-3 years
  7. Food Preparation Activities
  8. Art and Music Activities for 0-3 years
  9. Organizing a Montessori Environment
- Instructors:
  The training will be conducted by the pedagogical team of EMP.
- Certification:
  Certification by DGERT upon meeting requirements, including attendance, submission of a final work, and completion of practical work and observation hours.
- Discounts Available:
  - 20% discount for former students of Montessori Assistant Certification 3-6 and 0-3, Advanced Training, and Master in Education Montessori 3-6.
  - 20% discount for parents with children attending EMP.
  - 15% early bird discount until March 31 for prompt payment.

Additional Courses

Introdução à Psicopedagogia Montessori (online)
- Course Price: €40.00
- Content:
  - Who was Maria Montessori
  - The foundation of Montessori pedagogy
  - Essential pillars: the child, the role of the adult, and prepared environments for ages 0 to 6 years.
- Instructor: Joana Rebelo, an AMI guide with a background in psychology.

Contact Information

Phone: 967748424
Email: geral@montessoriporto.org

Learning Philosophy

The school emphasizes a learning system that encourages creativity and practical application of knowledge. Children learn through their senses, movement, and emotions, fostering communication and a mathematical mindset for problem-solving. Montessori materials are designed for self-education and self-correction, allowing children to recognize their own mistakes and promoting independence.

Escola Montessori do Porto

General Information - Escola Montessori do Porto