About Us
At Maria Montessori Preschool, we believe in nurturing each child’s natural curiosity through a joyful, play-based learning environment inspired by the Montessori philosophy. Since opening our doors in 1977, we’ve been dedicated to delivering high-quality early childhood education that supports every aspect of a child’s growth – socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically.
Now located in Wheelers Hill, we’re a registered private Kindergarten offering a true Montessori experience. Our passionate and qualified educators – all trained or undergoing training in the Montessori approach – are committed to fostering independence, leadership, and lifelong learning through hands-on exploration and guided discovery.
Our preschool features spacious, well-equipped classrooms, cosy yet airy environments, and engaging outdoor play areas designed for active learning. We offer programs for three to six-year-olds, including our Montessori Cycle One Educational Program, which spans a minimum of two years and supports learning in a mixed-age setting.
As an approved Child Care Subsidy (CCS) provider and a participant in the Victorian Government’s Free Kinder initiative, we strive to make exceptional education both accessible and affordable for families.
At Maria Montessori Preschool, your child’s unique potential is at the heart of everything we do.
Dr Maria Montessori
Montessori education is a unique approach to the education of preschoolers. It was first developed by an Italian lady doctor and psychologist who had a deep understanding of the physical and mental development process of children. It is based on proven scientific principles and is currently successfully used in over 100 countries worldwide.
The Montessori method is particularly noted for taking the whole child into consideration. It provides a stimulating environment, which is both challenging as well as non – threatening for the young child. It promotes child learning on a variety of planes – language, mathematics, art, culture and practical life.
Montessori pre – schools over the world form a tight – knit community of unique educators who constantly keep in touch to exchange advances in child learning and education. A continuing stream of research and publications on the Montessori method ensure that it remains responsive to the changing demands of the modern day environment.