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Our recent Queensland Montessori United Nations (QMUN) conference brought together Montessori students from across Queensland for a wonderful opportunity to explore global issues, consider perspectives beyond their own, and work collaboratively towards meaningful solutions. Students represented different countries, researched significant global issues, developed position papers and resolutions, and presented their...

In this thoughtful reflection, Ruchika Narula, Head of Secondary School here at Brisbane Montessori School explores the profound journey of adolescence, and the important role community, relationships and everyday choices play in shaping character.          “The adolescent must never be treated as a child, for that is a stage of...

A simple question can make a big difference.This R U OK? Day, we’re taking a moment to remember the importance of checking in with the people around us... not just today, but any day.In a school community, connection matters. A friendly hello, noticing when a friend seems a little different,...

Last week, our Parents & Friends (P&F) Book Fair brought children and families together around the simple joy of books.With shelves full of donated stories to explore, children could browse, follow their interests and choose books for themselves, giving much-loved stories a new home along the way. These small moments...

The Olympus Cafe is a student-led initiative and a wonderful expression of Montessori adolescent pedagogy in action. Here, meaningful and purposeful work comes to life as students learn by doing, take responsibility, develop practical skills, and connect their work with the wider community.Every Friday, our students prepare and serve delicious...

Last Friday, our Music & QMUN Fundraiser was a wonderful celebration of what makes our school community so special - coming together, having fun and supporting our students.The Library Deck came alive with music as our instrumental students, choir and school bands took to the stage. From first performances to...

We were delighted to welcome our Children’s House families to a special parent workshop, Freedom Within Limits at Home, with internationally recognised Montessori trainer Amy Kirkham. Amy is one of the most respected voices in Montessori education, with a deep understanding of the 3–6-year-old child. Since beginning her work in...

Today, we celebrate the birthday of a remarkable woman whose work transformed our understanding of children and their potential. Our students gathered in the Hall for a special Birthday Walk honouring Maria Montessori's legacy. Forming a circle around the sun, students from each area of the school walked around it...

Once a term, we open the doors to our Lower Primary classrooms for Working With Your Child (WWYC).  This one-hour invitation gives parents and carers the opportunity to step into their child’s classroom, experience their world of learning, and see their child in action. The morning concludes with a shared...