Overview

This free of charge programme will provide parents and professionals with practical parenting strategies and advice on the home environment. The programme is delivered via six online sessions and either focuses on children aged from 0-3 years or from 3-6 years.

It is open to any parent or professional based in the UK, though we are particularly interested to support those who cannot access our other courses for financial reasons.

Please note, all Montessori in the Home programmes are limited to 40 spaces.

Details

course Part time
Location Online
Next course - focuses on children aged 0-3 years The course is now full - please complete the Register Interest form to be contacted if a space becomes available.
Course format Six online sessions on Wednesday mornings at 9:30am-11:45am (UK Time) with information and discussion on 4th, 11th and 25th June, 2nd, 9th and 16th July.
Entry requirements There are no requirements but you will need a good level of English to take this course
Who is this course for? Parents, carers, grandparents, nannies, childminders

“To give our children a fine start in life we must see that their surroundings satisfy their need for activity and development, remembering at the same time that our own part is not that of instructor and interferer but of helper."

As Montessori parents and carers we support our children though guidance and collaboration, instead of through ‘teaching’. In this way, we nurture a feeling within, that signals confidence in their own abilities, preserves their sense of dignity and deeply respects their ability to direct their own development.

What Students Say

What Will I Learn About?

Participants on the programme will:

  • Discover the amazing potential present in all children
  • Learn simple ways to adopt Montessori principles at home
  • Understand how the practical wisdom of the Montessori approach can encourage children’s independence and love of learning
  • Share and explore real-life dilemmas and experiences
  • Be able to ask the trainer questions about  family and home

What Can I Do After Taking This Course?

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I gain a certificate for this course?

No, the MMI does not offer certificates for free courses.

Where is the training located?

The course runs via live online sessions.

What are the hours of the course?

Wednesdays mornings at 9:30-11.45am UK time. The course has 6 sessions on 4th, 11th and 25th June, 2nd, 9th and 16th July.

What if English isn't my first language?

You need a good level of English to succeed on our courses. You will need to be able to understand and express yourself in both written and spoken English.

Who is the course for?

The course is primarily for parents but is also of interest to other family members or carers including nannies and childminders. The course is open to anyone based in the UK but we are particularly interested in working with those who are disadvantaged economically or in any other way or with professionals working with disadvantaged communities.

I am an international student - can I take this course?

This course is a free of charge outreach programme intended for UK parents and carers and is not open to international students.

Can I attend the sessions with my children at home?

Many people on the course will be parents and will have children at home with them. Although ideally you will be able to give the course your full concentration, you can attend with your children in the room and mute your audio if necessary.