Escola Maria Flor: estudo preliminar de escola de ensino fundamental baseada no método montessoriano

Abstract

Quality education is a fundamental right established by the Brazilian constitution, but educational indicators in Natal/RN are below the national average, and having an adequate environment in schools is essential for good teaching quality. The physical space of schools depends heavily on the adopted methodology, and the Montessori pedagogical method, little explored in the city, has a strong focus on the environment. Based on the author's personal interest in early childhood education, especially in methodologies aimed at building children's autonomy, the objective was established to develop the preliminary study of a primary school, focused on the Montessori pedagogy. To achieve this, efforts were made to understand the design guidelines for a primary school according to FNDE and comprehend the principles of Montessori pedagogy and their impact on the physical environment. These studies provided the essential foundation for the development of the preliminary study of a school that places the child at the center of its concerns. Thus arises the Maria Flor School, a project that strongly focuses on promoting contact with nature and ensuring accessibility, in addition to creating comfortable and pleasant spaces.