Philippa Perry on the Italian educator Maria Montessori
Psychotherapist Philippa Perry champions Maria Montessori, who revolutionalised children's education.
Psychotherapist Philippa Perry nominates the Italian educator and doctor Maria Montessori, who revolutionised children's education.
Montessori schools exist today in over 170 countries. They are defined by a child-centred approach to learning, nurturing independence and individuality in children as young as three years old. In Philippa Perry’s work as a psychotherapist, she finds deep connections with Montessori’s philosophy, which is about believing the person has the power to develop within them.
Philippa is joined by the executive director of Association Montessori International Lynne Lawrence. It’s presented by Matthew Parris.
Produced in Bristol by Eliza Lomas.
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- Tue 3 Sep 2019 16:30BBC Radio 4
- Fri 6 Sep 2019 23:00BBC Radio 4
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