We Believe

Here are a few things that we believe:

We believe that education is about creating and providing the conditions in which one can learn how to educate oneself.
We believe that the greatest tasks that one can accomplish in life, are those that one sets for oneself.
We also believe that learning can take place everywhere. It doesn’t just happen in schools or libraries.
We believe that education is a magical collaboration. Sometimes it happens with peers, other times with teachers, and always with oneself.

An incredible Montessori foundation for children and an inspirational resource for teachers and parents.

Casting the Light, and Moving on
As I step back into my role as Head of School at Baan Dek, I'm filled with both deep gratitude and quiet determination. In many ways, this return feels less like a "comeback" and more →
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Montessori Rewards
Baan Dek · Episode 130 - Montessori Rewards Montessori is known for encouraging intrinsic motivation, rather than external rewards. Studies have shown that external rewards decrease motivation -- if I can get a sticker or →
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Setting Children Up For Success
Baan Dek · Episode 129 - Setting Children Up For Success There’s a scene from the show Schitt’s Creek that, if you’re familiar with the show, you’ll know from the following four words: fold →
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