

Preparing the Child through Practical Life
"Practical Life is the area of the classroom in which children get to fulfill their developmental and psychological needs by practicing...


Not a Teacher, but a Guide: The Role of the Adult
The greatest sign of success for a teacher is to be able to say, “The children are now working as if I did not exist” (Montessori,...
Austin Matte, Beginners Bridge Teacher
May 10, 2022


Turning Nothing into Something: The Little Interactions Matter
Austin Matte, one of our Beginner Bridge teachers, originally wrote this blog post for the Upstone Montessori School blog — a school...
Austin Matte, Beginners Bridge Teacher
Mar 8, 2022


Wellan Is a Boston “Family Favorite” in Six Categories!
Boston-area families choose Wellan for both educational excellence and our warm, inclusive community. Wellan’s preschool, elementary, and...


Fostering Concentration in Toddlers at Home
When new Beginner students are settling into my classroom at Wellan Montessori, there are a few things we start working on immediately:...
Elyse Kalins, Beginners Teacher
May 15, 2020


Beginner and Primary Class Pet Interviews
During this time while the school building is closed and our community stays home, Wellan's beloved classroom pets have taken up...
Wellan Faculty and Staff
May 11, 2020



