Montessori Learning

Nestled in the heart of Dunedin, we seamlessly blend the wonders of the natural world and New Zealand’s rich cultural heritage into our curriculum, celebrating the diversity and unity of our community and making every day a unique learning adventure. At Mighty Minds - Montessori House of Children, we are dedicated to offering a rich

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Prepared Environment

At Mighty Minds, we embrace the Montessori principle of the "Prepared Environment" to create a learning space where everything has its purpose and place. Our classrooms are thoughtfully designed to encourage autonomy and a natural flow of learning activities. We use genuine Montessori materials originally designed by Dr. Maria Montessori herself that are purpose-built and beautifully handcrafted and are displayed on low open shelves in three rooms. They are arranged in special locations around the rooms according to their purpose such as Exercises of Practical Life, Sensorial, Language, Maths and Geography etc.

The classrooms are arranged with child-size material, to be typically beautiful and enticing, keeping in mind, order and accessibility, interests, and developmental needs, promoting independence and a sense of belonging. This carefully structured environment enables children to engage deeply with their learning, fostering concentration, and a love for discovery. It's a place where the physical, cognitive, and emotional needs of our children are met, ensuring a harmonious and productive learning experience. In this vast array of sequential learning activities, children gain independence from the prepared environment as they move about choosing their own work and making their own decisions becoming conscious of their own powers.

Meals

At Mighty Minds, our kai is all about nourishing the bodies and minds of our tamariki with healthy food. We ask families to provide their children’s lunch, enabling a personalised approach to meet each child’s dietary needs and preferences. We continue to offer healthy, morning and afternoon

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Small Numbers
Strong Bonds

Mighty Minds is licensed for upto 24 children in the age group of 2 to 6 years. We believe in the profound impact of maintaining small group sizes, ensuring quality time and attention for each child. This approach

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Individual Presentations

In alignment with Montessori practices, Mighty Minds prioritises individual presentations as a cornerstone of our teaching methodology. These one-on-one or small group sessions allow educators to introduce new concepts and materials tailored to each

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