Casa dei Bambini (first Montessori school)

Casa dei Bambini, established by Dr. Maria Montessori in 1907 in Rome, was the first Montessori school designed for young children. The name translates to "House of Children." It aimed to provide a nurturing environment that promotes independence, creativity, and respect for a child’s natural development. Montessori's approach focuses on hands-on learning, self-directed activities, and mixed-age classrooms, allowing children to explore at their own pace. This innovative model revolutionized early childhood education, emphasizing the importance of freedom within limits, and fostering a love of learning that remains influential in educational practices today.