The Montessori method is a child-centered educational approach based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play. Developed by Italian physician & educator, Dr. Maria Montessori, more than a century ago and is now changing the face of education worldwide. It emphasizes respect for a child's natural psychological development, encouraging independence, multi-age classrooms, and learning at one's own pace. It honors the human values development of the whole child-physical, social, emotional & cognitive. It also focuses on care of self, others, and the environment. The students grow-up to be critical thinkers, confident, enthusiastic & self-directed learners and citizens, accountable to themselves, their community, and the world. (www.mariamontessori.org>what-is-montessori-method)
In Malaysia, Brainy Bunch is the leading International Islamic Montessori School in Asia, nurturing for holistic excellence across 6 countries with 129 campuses. At Brainy Bunch, every child is considered unique. They use the Montessori method to nurture each child's individually, creativity, and natural curiosity. It is a system of education for young children that seeks to develop natural interests and activities rather than use traditional teaching methods. It takes a different approach to early education by encouraging hands-on learning and problem-solving using educational materials. (www.bbis.edu.my)
My wife, Zarina & I are fortunate to accompany our eldest daughter, Jann & her husband, Faiz with their children to visit Brainy Bunch Islamic International Montessori complex in Cyberjaya. I understand a Malaysian entrepreneur, educator, and investor, Mohd Fadzil Hashim is the founder and Group CEO of Brany Bunch, a leading international chain of Islamic Montessori schools that blend Montessori educational methods with Islamic values to foster holistic child development. Hashim's vision addresses gaps in conventional education by promoting personalized, child-centered learning that builds leadership, focus, empathy, and self-discipline, enabling Muslim children from diverse background to thrive academically & spiritually in our multicultural societies.
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