Olive Branch School Montessori Portland, or
Education. Enrichment. Support. Est 2014 in NoPo.
Have you ever tried talking to someone who constantly checks their phone, starts chatting with others or generally seems to zone out? Concentration, or its root, means to bring towards a center. We often think of concentration as the ability Read more
Choosing the right preschool is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. In Portland, more and more families are discovering the magic of Montessori education. When you step into a Montessori preschool classroom, you’ll see something extraordinary: Read more
At Olive Branch Montessori, we know from experience that children learn best when they can touch, move, explore, and engage with the world around them. But now, a growing body of research is confirming what Montessori educators have known for Read more
At Olive Branch School, summer isn’t just a season—it’s a sensory-rich experience in our Montessori primary classroom! 🐞🌿 From hands-on nature works making lemonade to colorful art inspired by sunshine and flowers, our students are soaking up learning in playful, Read more
Using Insights from “The Cognitive Behavioral Workbook for Anxiety” by William Knaus, EdD Anxiety in children can feel like an invisible force. They may worry excessively about school, friendships, bedtime, or even “what if” scenarios that seem irrational to adults. Read more
Our classroom photos highlight some of the foundational Montessori activities that nurture both academic and social-emotional growth. You’ll see children working with the division board, which builds a deep, hands-on understanding of mathematical concepts. Early literacy and sentence language building Read more
If you’ve ever cracked open a curriculum guide, attended a PD session, or tried to make sense of standards-based planning, chances are you’ve heard the term “scope and sequence.” It sounds official, maybe even a little intimidating. But what does Read more
I witnessed something recently at my daughter’s school that really unsettled me. During her “library special,” the children weren’t exploring books or listening to a story being read aloud. They were sitting around watching a show on a screen while Read more
In the Montessori world, the garden is more than dirt and plants—it’s a living classroom. For preschoolers, gardening nurtures independence, responsibility, and a deep connection to nature. As little ones dig, water, and harvest, they’re not just growing plants—they’re growing Read more
Choosing the right kindergarten is one of the most important decisions parents make. For many families, charter schools offer a compelling alternative to traditional district schools, promising innovative teaching methods and smaller class sizes. But what happens when essential services—like Read more