A Study on the Effectiveness of Montessori Pedagogy in Early Childhood Education

Introduction Background of Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education (ECE) represents a crucial phase in the overall development of children, typically encompassing the formative years from birth to six years of age. This period is widely recognized as foundational for cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Research in developmental psychology and education emphasizes that experiences during early childhood significantly influence later academic achievement, behavior, and lifelong learning attitudes. In recent years, increasing attention has been given to improving the quality of early education as societies recognize its role in shaping human capital and social development. Consequently, educational systems worldwide are exploring child-centred and developmentally appropriate teaching practices to enhance learning outcomes during this critical stage.