“WMI primary training thoroughly versed me in Montessori theory and abundantly prepared me to offer excellent presentations, but more importantly it invited me, after many years already in this work, to enter even more deeply into the spiritual transformation necessary to be truly present to children.”
Testimonials
“I graduated from WMI with my AMI Primary Diploma in 2008. The authentic, high-fidelity training has been vital in my development as a Montessori guide, Montessori parent, and Montessori school founder and head of school.”
“This 0–3 training has transformed how I see and do things. I have slowed down, become more aware of my thoughts, reduced assumptions and judgements about the child in front of me, and now give greater consideration to the environment. I feel like I am a better human being as I work with children.”
“I was supplied with a very robust foundation so that I know HOW to work within this world. I was also given enough information so that if there was flexibility to design my own activities, based on the specific need of a particular child, I will be able to do it.”
“Attending the Primary Montessori academic course at WMI is one of the most wise decisions I have ever made. It is a warm and welcoming community. I would definitely recommend the course to my friends who are curious or wanted to learn more about Montessori.”
“Jennifer’s support was instrumental for me as a new guide. She helped me to focus my priorities and to notice what was going well in my environment despite how overwhelmed I felt. Jennifer is both direct and encouraging, which was exactly what I needed.”
“I feel that the knowledge as well as human society and conversation that were an inextricable part of this orientation course helped me find optimism and helped me deeply understand how much our work is a mission that carries with it great hope for a better world.”
“I found the online format of the Orientation very helpful in order to fit this training in around my busy work schedule. There was a lot of variety in terms of articles and videos, which I appreciated. The small group made for a nice opportunity to get to know the other adult learners. Naoko provided a lovely bridge to access Montessori theory, as well as practical discussion of real-life examples.”
“The 3-6 Orientation Course was great and helpful for gaining a deep understanding of Maria Montessori’s methodology and learning more about child development and behavior. The content was well-organized, and the videos and readings were very helpful for learning new tools and applying them to my work. Thanks to Naoko and Jennifer for making my learning experience enjoyable.”
“This course is a really good foundational course to take for those that do not know much about Montessori. It dives deep into the basics of Montessori and Maria Montessori’s life and her philosophies. It was a really fun and interactive class. I loved getting to know other people all over the United States and the other Montessori schools they worked at. The class really helps with learning the importance of Montessori. It has helped me greatly in my work and in becoming a better Assistant to my teacher. It has also helped me better understand my children and where they are at in their growth.”
“WMI has programs that are very accessible. They offer traditional training certification programs and professional mentorships but also these one day seminars led by trainers that require very little commitment and are now in person and online.”
“Thank you for sharing your time and knowledge about these tools and the best practices for implementation to maintain fidelity to AMI standards….I wanted to express gratitude for such a quality workshop and gathering of minds.”
“I left the workshop feeling invigorated and empowered to reach all of the children I get to work with, and I felt freshly enthused to incorporate new ways to connect them with the power of expressive writing, as well as more patient and prepared to follow them on their own path of development—rather than focus on a result or a take-home work that would please their parents.”
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