Your resource hub for all things Montessori. From your first foray into the Montessori approach to more in-depth learning, this is the place to be to keep your finger on the pulse.
Read more about the Montessori Network
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the UK’s first International Montessori Institute, in partnership with Leeds Beckett University’s Carnegie School of Education. The Institute will have the UK’s first dedicated undergraduate, masters and PhD courses in Montessori education, the world’s first Professor of Montessori.
Read more
The Montessori Group are recruiting! We currently have two part-time vacancies within the Montessori St Nicholas charity. We are recruiting for a Social Impact Officer and a Communications Support Officer. Click here for more details...
Read more
Talking Montessori is a series of widely attended webinars hosted by James Crawley on behalf of the Montessori Group with the aim of uniting people across the global Montessori Community. The webinars feature a variety of guests from the Montessori and Early Years sectors in conversations around current topics.
Read more
A nationwide lockdown has presented brand new challenges for our society and the Early Years sector; of this we’re all well aware. Less discussed, however, are the opportunities this unique situation has brought for reflection, learning, and reform. We wanted to explore the important impact of nursery closures on parents, children, and nursery staff, while also considering what we can all learn.
Read more
You may have spotted, or heard about, our recent That’s Montessori campaign, which ran in October and November of this year. In line with our pledge to safeguard the future of the Montessori method in the UK, the campaign aimed to raise awareness of the Montessori approach, and own, reclaim and celebrate its relevance in the modern world.
Read more
The Duchess’s report, published on 27th November, is welcomed by the Montessori Group. Early years education is often cast aside and deemed less important than the education of older children, despite there being clear evidence that these are vital years in children’s development. We hope this will raise public interest and understanding of the importance of early years.
Read more
With a second lockdown well underway in England, we know parents and practitioners may be concerned about how this will impact young children’s development. While schools and nurseries are remaining open throughout this period,…
Read more
On 4th August this year, there was an enormous explosion in Beirut, Lebanon, devastating the lives of thousands. The damage from the blast affected over half of Beirut. People lost their livelihoods, their homes and some lost their lives.
Read more
We often hear that Montessori methods aren’t for all but that’s not the case. Accessible, fun, practical, and rooted in science – that’s Montessori.
Read more
We are pleased to announce the findings of our new research, conducted by the Open University, that explores the Montessori workforce and challenges facing Montessori settings in England.
Read more
As we slowly settle back into the rhythm of the Autumn term, you may well be returning to the school or nursery routine. After a prolonged period at home under such stressful circumstances, it’s natural that some children may be nervous about returning to school. To help, here are six top tips on what you can do to help ease into the school routine.
Read more
As you will appreciate, the impact of Covid-19 has been felt across our sector, affecting our whole community. Many Students reported difficulties with planning accumulation of placement hours, as Settings were understandably focused entirely on preparing and planning to support children and families.
Read moreMontessori is a philosophy, a way of thinking and a set of values that offer an approach to life and to parenting. Montessori is not exclusive; anyone can bring ideas into the home. It is internationally renowned, based on attitudes of respect, trust and freedom to give children the time and space to do what is meaningful for them.
By joining our global Montessori network you will have access to learning from around the world and a range of tips on how to bring elements of Montessori into your life.
Simply join the network, register your details, and you will receive curated monthly highlights straight into your inbox, as well as exclusive articles and offers.
