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Thursday, 09 July 2026

What Is the Montessori Uninterrupted Work Cycle?

At the heart of every Montessori classroom is something called the uninterrupted work cycle. It's a sustained period of time where children are free to choose meaningful work, follow their curiosity, and move at their own pace, and the results can be truly remarkable.Why the Work Cycle Matters The uninterrupted...
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Tuesday, 07 July 2026

An Invitation To Lead

We're in search of a Montessori-trained Primary Class Director to lead our 6-12-year-old classroom community, starting in Semester 2, 2026.Since 1981, Brisbane Montessori School has cultivated independence, resilience, and a genuine love of learning, set along the Brisbane River in leafy Fig Tree Pocket.This isn't just a teaching position. It's...
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Thursday, 02 July 2026

Where Creativity, Curiosity and Music Come Together

At Brisbane Montessori School (BMS), creativity, music and technology are far more than subjects. Together, they form a pathway to connection, discovery and lifelong learning.Step inside The Jacaranda Room; what was once known simply as the music room has evolved into something much more expansive: a vibrant creative and technology...
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Wednesday, 01 July 2026

Four Planes of Development In Montessori Education

In Montessori education, we understand that a child’s growth isn’t just about age, yet it unfolds in what we call the four planes of development.These are four stages, each lasting about six years where children experience unique needs, strengths, and ways of learning. By recognising these planes, our Montessori Directors...
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Tuesday, 30 June 2026

Are you a passionate Montessori-trained primary educator?

What if your classroom had no limits? Just curious minds, meaningful learning moments, and the quiet joy of becoming a learner among learners. Brisbane Montessori School is looking for passionate Montessori-trained primary educators to join our thriving community. Nestled in the beautiful Fig Tree Pocket on the banks of the...
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Friday, 19 June 2026

Arts Aglow x Cross Country

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,...
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Thursday, 18 June 2026

Grace and Courtesy

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...
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Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Working With Your Child (WWYC)

Working With Your Child (WWYC) is a special opportunity for families to step into the classroom at Brisbane Montessori School, and experience a glimpse of their child’s learning journey firsthand.During WWYC, children may choose to share lessons, projects, learning materials, or areas of personal interest they have been exploring in...
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Monday, 08 June 2026

World Ocean Day

In Montessori education, we begin with the understanding that the universe is a unified whole and that every child has a place and responsibility within it.Through Cosmic Education, children come to see the ocean not as something distant, but as the lungs of our Planet, a living system deeply connected...
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