Welcome to ABC Bellevue Montessori
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ABC Bellevue Montessori is nestled on a quiet suburban road and is a ‘destination’ centre for those interested in the Montessori Philosophy. We provide a strong Montessori teaching method which means our children become independent and active learners who are able to make choices and follow their own interests within the Montessori environment.
Our families come from a variety of areas within the Tauranga area from Welcome Bay on the south side of Tauranga to Te Puna on the rural edge of the northern area of Tauranga. Our centre is situated close to the Montessori Unit at Bellevue Primary school and a portion of our children transition to the unit to attend primary school. The rest of our children transition to mainstream primary schools in Matua, Pillians Point, Welcome Bay, Central Tauranga and further a field to Tauriko, Pyes Pa and Mt Maunganui.
We are licensed for 30 children from 2 years through to 6 years of age.  Our teaching team is made up of three Early Childhood Education (ECE) trained teachers, of which two are qualified Montessori teachers and one in-training for her Montessori Diploma.
What is Montessori?
Have you ever wondered what outcomes could be achieved if your child was learning under the Montessori philosophy? Keep reading to find out.
Academic Preparation
Montessori prepares children both for higher education and for life. On an academic level, Montessori helps children attain skills that allow them to become independently functioning adults and lifelong learners.
Internalised ground rules and the ability to work with external authority
Montessori students are normally comfortable with ground rules that set the boundaries for their interactions within the school community. Because these ground rules are internalised, Montessori students normally learn to behave appropriately whether or not teachers are present.
Social Responsibility
Montessori children tend to be quite sensitive to rights and needs of others. They tend to make a positive contribution to their community.
Autonomy
Montessori students tend to become self-directed, composed and morally independent.
Confidence and Competence
Montessori students normally become competent, self-reflective and thereby successful. They are generally not afraid of failure and learn from mistakes.
Creativity and Originality of Thought
Montessori students normally become confident in expressing their own ideas and creativity. They recognise the value of their own work, respect the creative process of others, and are willing to share their ideas, regardless of the risk of rejection. Montessori students tend to take great satisfaction in self-expression.
Spiritual Awareness
Montessori students are often exceptionally passionate, empathetic and sensitive to the natural world and the human condition.