"What the hand does the mind remembers"
About us
Aunty Fee's Montessori Gems is a Early childhood development center welcoming inclusive education and blending the philosophy of early learning in a Montessori environment together with the requirements of CAPS, in Makhado, Limpopo that follows the principles of Maria Montessori who believed, that in an ordered and prepared environment, a child is able to develop and learn naturally.
At Aunty Fee's Montessori Gems we offer an authentic Montessori environment incorporating the Letterland phonic system, and through one-on-one instruction and following the child, children are able to develop at their own pace. A respect for one another and the world around them is emphasized.
Birthday Party Venue
Areas of Learning
Activities of Everyday Living
In this area, children practice familiar activities which help develop hand-eye coordination, concentration which encourage independence and build self-esteem.
Sensorial
Through exploring the sensorial materials the child learns observation, ordering, and classification. The child’s experience is enriched and their creativity + imagination are enhanced.
Numeracy
By being taught concepts step-by-step, the child has the opportunity to move from concrete concepts to abstract thinking. This training provides a firm foundation and a love for maths.
Literacy
As the sensitive period of language is from birth to 6 years old, children are taught phonics using tactile, visual and auditory methods. Through real experiences, vocabulary and grammar are learnt.
Knowledge and understanding of the world
Natural science, geography and history are learnt by the children discovering for themselves through experiments and exploration of nature.
Meet our staff
Principal
Fiona Smit has BED in Early Childhood development and foundation phase.
Student Teacher
Trust Taruvinga a Pre-Primary Diploma in Child Development and Montessori Principles.
Student Teacher
Rachel Ball will be starting her Diploma in 2021.
Toddler Teacher
Melisna Van Rooyan looks after our toddlers. She will be starting the Pre-Primary Diploma in 2021.
Support
Mavis Taruvinga prepares the meals and supports the teaching staff and children.
