The Montessori Market Stall is a beautiful example of how learning unfolds across the planes of development, with experiences introduced in the early years gradually developing into meaningful, real-world applications.The foundations are laid in the First Plane (0–6), when children develop independence through movement, exploration and participation in everyday life....

Towards the end of last term, Brisbane Montessori School was delighted to partner with Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary on a special conservation initiative to support the endangered Richmond Birdwing Butterfly. We’re grateful to the Lone Pine team for inviting our school to be part of this wonderful project!As part of...

Bradley Mavin, Director of Design & Digital Technologies here at Brisbane Montessori School, takes us on a journey through the evolution of coding, the problem-solving behind it, and what happens when curious students are given the freedom to create, experiment and discover for themselves.Over to you Bradley…In 1986, I was...

Brisbane Montessori School is seeking our next Head of Primary School.We're looking for an accomplished and inspiring Montessori leader to help shape the future of our Primary School while remaining meaningfully connected to our children, our prepared environment and our community.You are an experienced Montessori educator who understands that great...

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...

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...

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...

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...