Our Philosophy...
“Never help a child with a task at which he feels he can succeed”
Maria Montessori
Our Story...
At Macedon Ranges Montessori Pre School, we pride ourselves in creating a partnership with families to celebrate and nurture each child's intrinsic desire towards a love of learning and self-growth. We achieve this through supportive relationships, respecting and understanding others and their cultures, joyful learning and meaningful work within a Montessori environment. Three components of the Montessori philosophy which we empathise are; follow the child, teach me how to do It myself and freedom within limits. The classroom and materials cover key elements of learning including practical life, sensorial, mathematics, language and culture. This is complemented by the outdoor area which is an extension of the inside space as well as being a space in its own right. Our leadership team, parent committee and staff are committed to education, wellbeing, child safety and protection, welcoming equity, diversity and inclusion.
Since establishment in 1985, the Macedon Ranges Montessori Preschool has provided parents with an alternative option of education in the Montessori method. Our program focuses on developing self-discipline, self-respect and consideration for others and the environment. We encourage our children to be:
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Independent
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Inquisitive
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Responsible
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Self-motivated
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Well organised
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Adaptable
Our pre-school has been in operation at the historic Primary School building site in Riddells Creek since the relocation of the Riddells Creek Primary School to a new site further down Main Rd.
Under the guidance of a steering committee, dedicated and hard working parents helped renovate and restore the building, which has been well used for many years.
Macedon Ranges Montessori provides an authentic Montessori education to children from the Macedon ranges district and beyond.