The last weeks of our summer term at our school for 2-12-year-olds were both happy and inspirational. As the children were able to explore indoors and out, we were continually amazed by their curiosity and how it supported their learning and development. “Curiosity killed the cat” we were told as children. Previous generations said children should be […]
What an incredible journey we have all had together over the past few months, dealing with the restrictions of lockdown and our fear and sadness at the impact of the pandemic. We couldn’t go to school, we couldn’t go out, we couldn’t see family and friends but here at the Maria Montessori School for 2-12-year-olds we kept […]
Parents around the world, are facing many challenges as they spend more time at home with their families due to Covid-19. They may feel under pressure to find time for work, to keep the household running and to keep the children busy and occupied. They will be spending time searching for creative ideas that will engage […]
At this time of year when the giving and receiving of gifts is foremost in our minds, let us take a moment to think about the value of gratitude, why it is important for children’s future well-being and how we can encourage children to adopt gratitude in their daily lives. At our school in our […]
Our Acting Deputy Head of School, Karen Gelson writes: This month in our school we will be celebrating Universal Children’s Day which honours the day on which the United Nation’s Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959. The Rights of the Child according to the United Nations are the right […]
Our Acting Head of School, Poinsy Pino writes: I recently visited a museum and observed some children from another school on a trip with their teacher. The children had arrived in a coach and were counted into the building. They stayed in their large group and were moved quickly through the museum following the lead […]
The Maria Montessori School for children aged 2-12 years has sites in North and West London – Bayswater (W2), Hampstead (NW3), Hornsey Rise (N19) (near Crouch End), Notting Hill (W11) or Abbey Road (NW6). We offer a joyful and highly personalised education at our Children’s House (nursery, preschool or pre-prep school) sites and our Elementary (primary or prep school) sites. Our children […]
Renowned Montessori expert and psychology professor Dr Lillard will deliver a keynote speech on her latest research on the outcomes of Montessori education at this September’s high-profile conference. Dr. Lillard is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Virginia and Director of the Early Development Laboratory. She has been studying Montessori’s methods for more […]
Find out about our upcoming courses, workshops and events – registration/application for a place is required for all. SCHOOL OPEN DAYS (for prospective parents) We have a number of open days for prospective parents scheduled for the upcoming months. These open days are a great way to find out more about our school and different school […]
The Maria Montessori school is now closed for the Christmas break. Our staff members will return on Thursday 3rd January and the school will reopen for the children on Tuesday 8th January.