We offer Montessori training at different levels and by different of modes of study, designed to ensure flexibility in meeting students' needs.

learning about Montessori philosophy

The philosophical principles underpinning the Montessori approach are carefully outlined to the students, with their study enhanced by assignments requiring them to read further and undertake individual research into the various topics presented.

presenting written work

Conventions for citing sources are taught at the outset, and then adhered to throughout the course. Support is given with regard to the written formats in which work is to be presented, for example essay writing techniques are gradually developed. Assignments relating to the topics covered are set, to encourage students to develop an understanding of the Montessori principles in the context of currrent good practice.

handling the materials

All the Montessori materials relevant to a particular course are carefully demonstrated to the students, and there is plenty of opportunity for supervised practice. Students are expected to practise on their own as well, so that they will be confident and proficient at presenting the Montessori learning materials to the children with whom they will be working.

learning to observe

There is a strong focus on teaching techniques of observation, so that students are well equipped to make the most of the observational visits they carry out, and so that they benefit from their teaching practice placement.

teaching practice

All courses involve an element of teaching practice. Students on the Classroom Assistant's Certificate course are already working in a setting. For other students on other courses, they arrange their teaching practice placement themselves with a local Montessori school or early years setting, in consultation with their course tutor. Montessori Education (UK) accredited schools are preferred locations to ensure that the student has experience of working in a top quality Montessori setting with exemplary practice.

understanding classroom management

All Montessori Partnership courses focus strongly on how a Montessori classroom is managed, and on the role played by the individual class teacher. This is examined both from the point of view of the Montessori understanding of the teacher's role, and with regard to the contemporary requirements and responsibilities of the role.

courses to choose from

1. level 2 Classroom Assistant's Certificate
2. level 4 Montessori Diploma in Early Years Education
3. Montessori Primary Teaching Diploma