The Basic Concepts and Practices of the Montessori Method
The Montessori method is a self-directed classroom model where teachers guide preschoolers through child-directed work. Learn how to incorporate it in your classroom.
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Why Montessori programs love brightwheel
Montessori curriculum tracking
Quickly create learning plans and activities, while keeping careful notes on each child’s journey through your program.
Real-time parent communication
Give your staff simple tools to keep parents updated with clear, timely information about their child's learning progress.
Effortless staff coordination
Give teachers and assistants a simple way to collaborate, share observations, and plan activities.
On-time billing and payments
Automate billing and collect on-time payments through multiple payment methods.
Montessori curriculum tracking
Quickly create learning plans and activities, while keeping careful notes on each child’s journey through your program.
Real-time parent communication
Give your staff simple tools to keep parents updated with clear, timely information about their child's learning progress.
Effortless staff coordination
Give teachers and assistants a simple way to collaborate, share observations, and plan activities.
On-time billing and payments
Automate billing and collect on-time payments through multiple payment methods.
Montessori program owners and directors: Brightwheel is for you
Streamlined family communication
- Share daily highlights, photos, and learning milestones
- Build trust by showing parents how their child is growing each day
“Parent communication has drastically improved thanks to brightwheel. Parents are more in tune with what’s going on at school, so they’re more responsive. Because brightwheel is easy and quick to use for everybody.”
Cally B, Assistant Director at MBCC Journey
Birmingham, AL
Easy billing and payments
- Automate invoices, track tuition, and collect payments online
- Invite families to online billing and autopay to get paid on time
- Save time with billing plan templates and customize to fit the needs of your program
“95% of my parents are now on track with payments. Before, it was really bad. Parents love that they can see exactly how much they owe, right on their phones.”
Munisha M. Director at Excelsior University for Children
Seabrook, TX
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