So here’s a new initiative I will be putting in place and I’d like other schools to try this and let me know how it
The beauty of the Montessori classroom is that children can take your lesson in any direction they choose. A direction that allows them to discover
Having worked in the Islamic community for many years I understand how the media can make a community and the individuals within it feel. Islam
Did you know that in montessori classrooms we don’t have specific age groups in one class? We pool our students and for good reason too.
As s principal you have to students, parents, teachers and it’s an amazing feeling knowing that you can help these different sections of the community.
This is me and my mum. She’s adorable and the reason I’ve worked so hard in my life. I always speak to my classes about
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The Montessori classroom is is a place where independence sparks so many learning pathways that the child is educated as a whole being. As you
Are you finding emotional challenges in your classroom or at home? How would you like a free colouring book where each page deals with a
If you’re struggling to get the concept of times tables into your class, which is a fundamental skill be abstract maths. This method is a
If you can make a child laugh as they’re trying to do that complex calculation. if you can make them smile whilst they’re trying to
It’s raining outside but that won’t stop and myself writing our first editorial for the on standardised testing. Look out world the educational revolution is
Teachers of the world. Tomorrow I want you to pose this question on the board before the students come in. “What does a hero look
In preparation for teaching my ckass about the cat family on Monday I’ve had to run around town collecting kittens. Education is heightened when the
When you believe in something, don’t stop until you reach your goal. I’ve lost friends, people have unfollowed me, purposefully not turned up to my
The beauty of Montessori’s materials and pedagogy is that they were originally designed to educate the poor children of Italy and when you strip them
Amazing few days with 24 other Montessori principals from all around Australia! Deep thinking, lovely conversation and discussion around why we do what we do!!
Thanks to all of my followers on LinkedIn. You’ve reached deep into your hearts and pockets and teaching resources have started to arrive ready to
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The most fundamental lesson we can teach our children at school and at home is that our actions. All of them. Have consequences. Direct and
What are the qualities that a ‘good’ teacher holds? As a teacher for over 20 years here are my top 10. 1. They have a
Behind me is , the place where I work. The place where dreams are made, children become leaders, teachers inspire, people fall and then they
Being a good teacher involves having a well balanced and well rounded education ourselves. That moment when you’re on the Indian Nepalese border and the
How to make the educational journey in your school personalised and individualised to increase the potential of your staff and students!!! Enjoy ❤️ LinkedIn Link
Parent teacher interviews!! They’re here! . Here are seven strategies to help yours run smoothly. 1. Start the interview with the question “How do you
We have spent the last month rebranding our school. Here’s the story behind our new logo. What do you think? Maria Montessori studied children and
Who wants a free ten week program to address emotional intelligence fir 8-10 years olds? It’s really comprehensive and tackles issues like bullying, resilience and
Today an eight year old girl prepares her research project. Her diary, her three part cards, globe and workbook and off she goes to the
Ok so you’re thinking about how much technology to have in the classroom? Yes it’s a difficult conversation to have but once again it’s all
Over the last two years I have worked hard to establish an educational change in Nepal. With a strong emphasis on Montessori. Last week I
The greatest lesson we can teach our children of the future is that every action has consequences.,yes throwing littler into the river is bad, but
When I sat on top of a mountain and held a painting workshop for the children of Kavre. Nepal. I had no idea that it
To be a part of the development of a young teacher is my honour and I feel so excited to see what treasures these future
We often talk about ‘The Prepared Environment!” But what does it mean? Well during the school holidays, teachers have been in the classroom getting ready
What’s your teaching philosophy? Here’s mine! When I self evaluate my teaching programs I look to see if my students will learn; • How to
If you want your class to be inspired by you. Then you’ve gotta live your life. Holidays are there for a reason. To get out
So after 1 year in the making it’s finally here. The book I was commissioned to write on for is finally here And it’s totally
When you believe in yourself no matter what anyone whose says, thinks or does. No matter how many friends unfollow you because you go on
Maria Montessori was a true genius. Today as we studied multiples and factors one of our students said “So that’s why they’re called square numbers!”
Just look at the quality of the air in Nepal. Three years on from the disaster, I asked my friend something and his answer was
Finally my new book is available on book Depository with FREE GLOBAL SHIPPING! ❤️ It’s about a cow that quits the field to become a
As a nervous flyer I find it hard to jump on these tiny old planes in a country with the worst safety record on earth.
Today we are using the bead bars to learn about multiples, and squared numbers. (In the absence of the bead chains) The Montessori bead bars
So proud to be interviewed by this week. Check out the podcast on the power of a good story. Thanks so much Dale. It was
30 women and myself squeezed into a hot dusty room in Kathmandu. Everyday they attend class to graduate as a teacher. And why? Well it’s
Huge respect for who was inspired by last week and has just posted 13.5kg of teaching materials to Nepal which will be distributed to several
Soon after the materials were delivered to the schools we saw the children using them to learn the shape names, but most importantly and beautifully
Who wants a free English program thats ready to go? It incorporates all aspects of the English curriculum. Writing, reading, speaking and listening, grammar and
It’s the stories of our own lives that make our teaching so rich. When teachers take time out to actually experience life they cone back
Teaching can be stressful. This short video explains how important it is to get away from it all and take a walk ALONE. Is there
Today in class we are learning about the delivery of a lesson. How to give ownership of the lesson to the students. Here’s the biggest
When Montessori designed her method over 100 years ago she had no idea what a marvel she had created. Today we demonstrate how teachers can
Today’s news in Nepal is a fantastic read. ❤️ https://lnkd.in/gtaxqEu
I want t to take this opportunity to explain something to you. I post lots of updates on this platform because I am eager the
Anila explains some of the difficulties in setting up a school in the Himalayas. A year ago she was my student, learning how to become
Today we delivered a magnetic white board and letters to a classroom. To see the impact of the simplest materials being introduced into a classroom
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to give a community a school? It better than you can ever imagine. This video should help
This is Anila. One of the greatest women I’ve ever met. She attended my training a year ago to become a teacher. 1 year on,
With the minimum of effort we can make the biggest of impacts. Children are children. They are the purest form of humanity and we as
