Welcome to Our Montessori Community

At Donvale Montessori we view each day as a new opportunity for wonder, inspiration and joy.

Our Philosophy

CREATE A SAFE & SECURE ENVIRONMENT

Children’s innate love of learning is cultivated in a safe, secure environment.  Educators are sensitive to each child’s needs.  A strong relationship is built on mutual respect, trust and cooperation between educators, children and their families.

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

Children have the freedom to move around and explore the materials in the classroom which are carefully designed and suitable for their growth.  This prepared environment also provides opportunities for them to work in their own way, at their own pace and to make new discoveries. 

encourage spontaneous activities

Children’s spontaneous activities are encouraged provided they are purposeful and not disruptive to others.  They learn to be responsible for their own learning and be masters of themselves.

stimulated by nature

Children have the opportunity to explore and be stimulated by nature, thereby becoming aware of the interconnectedness between living and non-living things.

exposed to multiple cultures

Children are exposed to Aboriginal and other cultures, religions and races.

our school

Learn About Our School & Teachers

OUR TEAM

Passion and excellence are the foundation pillars of our commitment to deliver quality educational programs.

Our team has extensive, practical Montessori teaching experience and consistently demonstrate a love for working with all the children that come through the Centre.  Our team is formed by highly qualified teachers and educators.

Montessori Directresses

All our Directresses are Montessori trained and hold qualifications from a range of well-known institutions.

VIT registered TeacherS

Each classroom has a VIT registered Teacher (holding a Bachelor or Master degree in Education).

additional educators

We also have the support of Educators in the classroom, who hold a variety of credentials including Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Diploma in Children Services, Certificate III in Education and Assistant Qualifications in Montessori Education. 

OUR COMMITMENT

Donvale Montessori is Committed to the Safety & Wellbeing of All Children

Donvale Montessori has zero tolerance for child abuse. We are committed to providing an environment where children are safe and feel safe. This is the primary focus of our care and decision-making.

Every person involved in Donvale Montessori has a responsibility to understand the important and specific role he/she plays individually and collectively to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of all children is at the forefront of all they do and every decision they make.