By following true Montessori principles, Thacher offers a competitive academic curriculum adapted to each child, a supportive environment that builds the growth of self-confidence and independence, and a community that nurtures a child’s spirit by demonstrating a respect for others and a celebration of diversity. Each classroom provides a stimulating environment where each child is inspired to exp
lore and seek out new knowledge and confidently reach his or her academic potential. Thacher’s curriculum seeks to integrate core knowledge areas with Spanish, the arts, and the world beyond the classroom walls. Following Montessori philosophy, Thacher contains bright, cheery classrooms with easy access to the outside environment, a full array of Montessori didactic materials so that each child is challenged at his or her level, and certified lead teachers or “guides.” The children in each classroom fall across a two- or three-year age span that helps each child develop leadership skills, intrinsic motivation, and a sense of community. Thacher’s adherence to core Montessori tenets and the quality of its educational and administrative staff ensure that each child fosters the collaborative, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills necessary to succeed in the new century. Well prepared for their academic future and challenges ahead, Thacher graduates go on to some of the finest secondary schools in New England.
