Enhanced English
At the Montessori School of Como, English language teaching is integrated with an intercultural approach, which develops across all school levels, from the nursery to secondary school. This approach aims to provide students with advanced language skills and a deep understanding of different cultures, thus preparing the global citizens of tomorrow.
Nursery
At the nursery, a bilingual teacher is present every day and works alongside the educators to guide the use of materials and practical life activities in English. Daily lessons include role play, mimed songs, and play situations, all conducted in English.
Children's House
At the Children’s House, a native or bilingual teacher works full-time, assisting the classroom teachers. The teacher uses sensory and practical life materials to help children acquire English through games, stories, role-play, songs, and hands-on activities. This approach supports children’s language sensitivity, encouraging natural learning.
Primary School
In Primary School, English is part of everyday life: in the classroom, in the corridors, at lunch and during break time.
With native and bilingual teachers, children learn the language naturally through daily experiences.
8 hours per week of activities in small and larger groups, following the Montessori approach.
In Years 4 and 5, English is also used in art through CLIL, bringing total language immersion to 10 hours per week.
A journey that brings together language and culture: international events, world food days, performances and celebrations.
Middle School
An enhanced programme that helps students communicate, explore and grow with confidence.
- 5 hours per week with a native English-speaking teacher.
- 3 hours of CLIL, with English integrated into history, geography and science.
Each year, students have the opportunity to experience the language first-hand through language stays, cultural exchanges and visiting international groups.
Cross-cultural understanding is a key element of the Montessori method.
Through projects like Erasmus+ and the eTwinning platform, students have the opportunity to interact with peers from other European countries, participate in digital partnerships, and take part in study trips. This environment fosters understanding and acceptance of cultural differences, promoting personal and social growth for students.
The intercultural approach is reflected daily in school activities, encouraging students to reflect on their own identity and understand the relativity of perspectives, thus developing curious, open, and respectful personalities towards diversity.
