The aim of this qualification is to provide the learner with the expertise, skills and professional approach needed to become a facilitator of Montessori education, including preparation to take on a leadership role in a Montessori setting.

This qualification is designed for learners who wish to develop their expertise, skills and professional approach to become a facilitator of Montessori education, including preparation to take on a leadership role in a Montessori setting.

The course provides progression from the level 3 Diploma in Montessori pedagogy, however, learners without prior qualification can enrol too.

There is no formal entry requirement for this qualification, however, the College expect learners to hold a qualification in English and Maths at a level 2 or above. An entry test can be provided for those demonstrating a good level for both subjects. The College encourages learners to undertake their level 2 while they are studying with us or when they finish the course. The College may help learners to get into those courses.

The real preparation for education is the study of one’s self. The training of the teacher who is to help life is something far more than the learning of ideas. It includes the training of character; it is a preparation of the spirit” Maria Montessori.

Considering this vision of Maria Montessori, then the training of Montessori teachers must involve a unique approach. One which values not only the challenge and demand of understanding child development and the Montessori curriculum, the development of skills needed for managing the dynamics of a Montessori classroom, but also values the development of the individual who is in training.

The Diploma in Montessori Pedagogy – Birth to Seven (Early Years Educator), therefore recognises that a training in Montessori pedagogy requires a breadth of understanding and varied set of skills as well as specific attitudes to children and to on-going development.

The objective of this qualification is to provide the learner with the expertise, skills and professional approach needed to become a Montessori educator, acting as a key person in a Montessori classroom. This includes preparation of the environment, preparation of oneself, observation of children’s development and skills in using an integrated understanding of children and the Montessori materials to guide children’s learning and development.

The course consists of classroom-based learning, 1:1 tutorial support, observations of your teaching practice and self-directed study time.

You will have the opportunity to explore key educational theories and link these to your own practice.

Your tutor will give you individual support with your assignments and feedback on your observed teaching.

Assessment will be by assignments, a portfolio of practice evidence, seminars and presentations, activities, reflective journals and observations of teaching performance carried out by your course tutor and mentor.

After completing the online form or sending the form by email, you will need to have an interview before joining the course.

You will need to have 400 hours of teaching practice working within the age range of the qualification – 0 to 7 years old - throughout the duration of the course.

We expect learners to hold an English and Maths qualifications at Level 2 or be willing to work towards these qualifications. You are required to have at least a level 2 functional skills English qualification to access the programme. You will require a named mentor to support you whilst on programme. They will observe your practice, mentor and support you in your development.

The college may be able to help you to get a placement in a setting, contact us for further information.

If you have a learning difficulty or disability, please let us know when you apply. Options for personalised support can be discussed at interview. If you need help completing your application, we can help with this too.

Please note that when you enrol you are accepting that the course content and module descriptions are accurate at the time of publishing and that the course content as described is based on what is possible to deliver under the government advice and social distancing rules at that particular time. In the event of changes made to those rules, by national or local government, the College may need to make further alterations to the published course content. By enrolling with the College, you will be confirming that you are content to proceed with the course as detailed at that time and on the basis that the programme may be subject to reasonable change.

• Course duration 12 months -academic year-.