Dr. Maria Montessori was born in 1870 and as a young woman was trained for a future as a teacher. Her interest in the sciences, coupled with her unparalleled determination, led to her acceptance to the University of Rome Medical School in 1890. Upon graduation, Maria Montessori became the first woman Doctor of Medicine in Italy's history.
Her study of children, medicine, and theory led her to believe that an "Education of the Senses" could provide a superior educational beginning for any child regardless of background. She applied her theories as a scientific experiment to underprivileged children, wealthy children and mentally handicapped children. In all three situation, her efforts yielded amazing results.
As Dr. Montessori honed and perfected her methods, she gained international fame and recognition. She received enthusiastic support and endorsement from some of history's most impressive figures, among them: Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Helen Keller, Eleanor Roosevelt, and Sigmund Freud.
Recent research at a Milwaukee Montessori program showed 84% of the students scored above the 50th percentile on standardized tests, far above the national average. Perhaps most impressive is that 23% of students nationally scored in the low range while only 1.2% of Montessori children did.
This success ratio is echoed virtually everywhere. In Cleveland, only about four percent of public school children qualified for the gifted program. A full 50% of Montessori fourth graders qualified.
In short, the Montessori Method works. For ninety years and at over 13,000 schools worldwide, the key to success has been that Montessori not only teaches academics, but encourages self-esteem, self-confidence and nurtures a child's natural desire to learn.
Our open house for new students will be on Tuesday, September 8. We have found this to be a perfect time for children that may be apprehensive to come and meet the teachers and assistants and to become familiar with the classroom. All new students, parents, grandparents, etc. are welcome! 
Be sure to visit CK Montessori online to find helpful information and make sure your child is prepared for the first day of school.
