Our Mission

What We Stand For

In the summer of 2005, Montessori Live pioneered a relatively new model of distance education: video-based learning. Video streaming had been around for a while, but streaming its content over the Internet had only recently become affordable and widely supported by upgrades in high-speed Internet connectivity. Montessori Live is committed to developing programs based on best practices in distance learning and Montessori professional development. We began with two ideas in mind. The first was to assemble an online library of streaming video lessons to support Montessori educators worldwide. The second was to record the legacy of Montessori history by filming leaders of the Montessori movement.

Montessori Live offers four highly regarded MACTE-accredited teacher education programs: School Leadership, Early Childhood, Elementary I, and Elementary I-II.  The majority of our classes are online. Our Summer in-person residencies provide hands-on experience, daily immersion in Montessori practice and philosophy, and human connection. Altogether, Montessori Live has developed a highly effective, adult-friendly training model to support educators and school leaders worldwide.

With the commitment of our faculty and participating educators, more children will benefit from an educational experience that transforms and informs. We are here to support these educators as they nurture and guide the next generation.