In May 2015 I had the pleasure of meeting Nacee Mercier and her family when they were visiting the Netherlands. At the time, opening a school in Africa was just a twinkle in her eye. But with this woman’s dedication, openness, honesty and commitment, I knew it would happen. Fast forward to October 2016 and Moonflower Montessori School in The Gambia opens with two Montessori classrooms – one toddler class and one preschooler class. (You can find out more about Montessori in The Gambia … [Read more...] about 5 things you can learn from a Montessori school in The Gambia(!) and apply at home
Classroom inspiration
10 simple ideas to steal from these amazing Montessori classrooms in Spain
Hi there everyone, Last Friday was our last class before the summer break. What an amazing year it has been. We moved location and settled in very quickly into the new space. I always feel so grateful to work with these amazing families. Children getting to explore, discover and connect. And, particularly with all these crazy world events happening around us, I love working with parents to find a way to lead our children into a better kind of world. You are all probably ready to put your … [Read more...] about 10 simple ideas to steal from these amazing Montessori classrooms in Spain
See how to be inspired by this classroom!
Tour of The Hut, Possum Creek, Australia with Ruth Barker Do I have a treat for you today. Well, I don’t know about you but I get so inspired when I get to peek into other Montessori classrooms. And Ruth Barker’s is one of the loveliest you might find. The Hut is a Montessori toddler and preschooler classroom located in northern NSW in Australia in Possum Creek. A little slice of paradise. (To orient you, the nearest by place I recognised on the map was Byron Bay.) It will also help … [Read more...] about See how to be inspired by this classroom!
How to make things nice and cosy, even in a classroom
I’ve been adding a few extra things in my classroom at Jacaranda Tree Montessori over the May holidays. No, I’ve not been buying new materials. I’ve been adding a few touches to make things feel even cosier and welcoming in the space. Adding beauty, just for the children. Arranging plants to add beauty to the space. I’m hoping to keep them alive! This beautiful print by Marta Abad Blay (a mother who comes to my classes with her daughter!) hung above the flower arranging table. … [Read more...] about How to make things nice and cosy, even in a classroom