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Our Children's House students had the opportunity to participate in a Loose Parts Play session in our Nganbirra Hall. A variety of recycled materials were provided, allowing the children to use their imagination and creativity to decide how they wanted to use them.It was wonderful to see the different ideas that...

As Montessori educators, we often talk about supporting not only children's intellectual development but also their social and emotional growth. UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World offers a thoughtful and practical exploration of one of the most important skills we can nurture in young children: empathy.In UnSelfie,...

Families came together on Thursday 18 June at Brisbane Montessori School, to celebrate Arts Aglow - our annual showcase of student learning, creativity, and community.Students confidently shared their work with families and visitors, demonstrating the independence, responsibility, and student agency that are central to Montessori education. By presenting their own learning,...

Grace and Courtesy is a core Montessori practice that teaches young children essential social skills, including how to greet others, listen respectfully, resolve conflict kindly, and move through the world with consideration for those around them.Here's what that looks like in action - click here.To learn more about our authentic...

Toddlers experience big emotions and are still developing the skills to understand and express them appropriately.Our guides gently support this journey by helping children put words to their feelings, acknowledging their frustrations, and modelling calm, respectful ways to respond. As children feel seen and understood, they gradually learn to recognise...

In the Montessori classroom, protecting a child's concentration is central to supporting their learning, independence, and overall development.Concentration is more than simply focusing on a task; it is the process through which children become deeply engaged in meaningful work. When children are able to concentrate without interruption, they develop persistence,...

The Montessori approach nurtures social harmony through Grace and Courtesy lessons that are naturally woven into everyday life. Through simple, consistent modelling and practice, toddlers learn skills such as saying "please" and "thank you," waiting their turn, using gentle hands, and offering help to a friend. As these behaviours become...

The Lower Primary Working With Your Child (WWYC) event offers families a meaningful opportunity to join their child in the classroom and gain a firsthand glimpse into their learning experiences.Throughout the event, children take the lead by selecting work they would like to share. This may include familiar materials, activities...

Our students immersed themselves in the world of science this week during a workshop at the Queensland University of Technology’s Centre for Biomedical Technologies. The two-hour program introduced students to a university seminar environment, where they attended short presentations by PhD researchers working in fields such as biology and medical...