Montessori training: the Montessori Optimism Institute – M.O.I.
Montessori Optimism Institute Learning to help learning
with its expertise in Montessori pedagogy and Positive Psychology, has created its BILINGUAL Montessori training institute, the M.O.I. (Montessori Optimism Institute).
The Montessori Optimism Institute offers 4 Montessori courses in both French and English.
The Montessori assistant and Montessori educator qualification courses have theoretical and practical examinations at the end of the course.
Our training courses
For our Montessori training courses, we have chosen to mix learning methods. Thanks to Blended Learning, we combine distance, digital and classroom training methods in a single course.
Our Montessori training courses have various tools at your disposal:
– training sessions in the presence of the trainer: by video or in the classroom – support books depending on the training course
– e-learning: online videos, personal research and assignments, individual coaching (individual feedback on assignments handed in)
Summary
Our Montessori blended-learning courses combine face-to-face sessions with online learning sequences and video lessons.
(*) Il est indispensable pour tout.e éducateur.trice 6-12 de bien appréhender le matériel 3-6 afin de connaitre le parcours d’apprentissage des enfants (vie pratique, sensoriel…). Pour des personnes déjà formées au 3-6, un aménagement de la formation pourra être discuté afin d’alléger considérablement cette 1ère partie
The strengths of the Montessori Optimism Institute
– Rhythmic and varied teaching methods
– Practice and training in Montessori activities
– Toolbox to put into practice as soon as you return to your own environment
– Parallel application of the National Education’s common learning base for nursery school children
– Dual face-to-face teaching and e-learning
– Individual distance coaching in Montessori pedagogy, between face-to-face sessions
– Training offered in French and English
– Complete file of Montessori 3-6 and 6-12 activity sheets for Montessori educators
– Expert trainer in Montessori pedagogy, qualified in 2005 and trainer (2009 to 2015) at the Montessori Centre International in London.
Optimism Circles
Optimism Circles
As an option to the Montessori training courses, the Ecole de l’Optimisme offers a training course to run Optimism Circles.
The course is open to any Montessori teacher or educator wishing to run Optimism Circles in their school for children aged 5 to 12.
Anyone wishing to develop an Optimism Circles activity in schools, leisure centres, etc.
The objectives focus mainly on the role of the facilitator and knowledge of children’s emotional development.
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QUALIOPI® certification
Qualiopi quality certification attests to the quality of the processes implemented for the training courses we offer.
Qualiopi certification is a lengthy process based on the study and application of the quality reference framework (RNQ).
In particular, this certification makes it possible to
– reassure our funders and clients that our quality processes are well under control
– improve customer satisfaction by implementing continuous improvement measures
– ensure the continuity of our business by actively monitoring all aspects of training (regulatory, business, content, pedagogy, technology)
– optimise our training centre and its organisation
– capitalise on best practice
– unite our teams
Facts and figures
The Montessori Optimism Institute is a Montessori pedagogy training centre which aims to help children discover the Montessori pedagogy at different levels. Below are some figures as at 31 december 2022, expressed in terms of the number of enrolments
Number of participants
datas dated 31/12/2022
Training language
We can train our trainees in either French or English. Dedicated sessions are available.
datas dated 31/12/2022
Type of training
We propose 4 courses which are split into two depending on the language of training.
data dated 31/12/2022
Our expert in
Montessori pedagogy
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The Montessori courses are developed and run by Karine Mc Veigh, the school’s Director of Education. Karine has taught for over fifteen years in France, Malaysia, Russia and Ghana.
She trained in Montessori pedagogy at the MCI (Montessori Centre International) in London and, with a colleague, founded a bilingual Montessori school in Ghana (120 pupils), which she ran for 7 years.
The school received MCI accreditation in 2009, enabling her to set up a Montessori training centre that has already trained over 100 Montessori educators and assistants.
When she returned to France, Karine got back into adult education with the M.O.I., which offers Montessori training courses, from initiation to qualifications for educators.
Karine is perfectly bilingual, is married to an Irishman and has lived most of her life abroad, so she offers training sessions in both French and English.
Montessori training: Introduction to the Montessori Optimism Institute
Montessori training to understand the philosophy and MONTESSORI materials.
Introductory face-to-face weekend: module on child development and the Montessori philosophy, and presentation of the main materials by learning area.
Length of course: 15 hours, For people with disabilities, please contact us.
Target audience
Parents wishing to ensure the continuity of the Montessori philosophy at home School teachers wishing to integrate the Montessori philosophy and/or the use of materials into their daily practice Montessori assistants wishing to revive their knowledge of the Montessori pedagogy Nursery assistants wishing to integrate the Montessori philosophy into their daily practice Anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the Montessori pedagogy.
Download the initiation programmeExpected objectives
A better understanding of children’s developmental needs
individually and as a group
Define the role of the adult and the importance of a caring attitude
Using Montessori materials and learning areas
Cost of the course: €290
RegisterMontessori training: Further training at the Montessori Optimism Institute
Montessori training to deepen your knowledge of MONTESSORI philosophy and materials
for 3-6 year olds or 6-12 year olds.
Weekend introductory course: module on child development and the Montessori philosophy, and presentation of the main materials by learning area.
In-depth training on the 3-6 or 6-12 materials: presentation videos of the different modules, videos and lessons on Montessori activities, and videos at the end of each module to share what has been learnt.
Length of Montessori training: 35 hours of training over a period of 2 to 3 months, depending on the pace of personal work.
For people with disabilities, please contact us.
Target audience
Existing Montessori assistants wishing to deepen their knowledge of Montessori pedagogy
School teachers wishing to integrate the Montessori philosophy and/or the use of materials into their daily practice
Parents wishing to ensure the continuity of the Montessori philosophy at home
Anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of Montessori pedagogy
Expected objectives
Identifying and responding to children’s developmental needs, individually and in groups, in a caring manner
Use Montessori materials
Prepare, animate and adapt an environment that corresponds to the needs of each child
Cost of the course: €650
Optional extras
Complete binder of educational cards for Montessori activities for 3-6 year olds: €450
Complete binder of educational cards for Montessori activities for 6-12 year olds: €650
Montessori Assistant Qualifying Course
Montessori training to acquire the skills of a MONTESSORI Assistant for 3-6 year olds or 6-12 year olds.
Introductory face-to-face weekend: module on child development and the Montessori philosophy, and presentation of the main materials by learning area.
In-depth training in the 3-6 or 6-12 materials: visios presenting the different modules, videos and lessons on Montessori activities, visios at the end of each module to share what has been learned, research and personal work to complete ongoing assignments and presentations, individual coaching.
Observation days: 10 days minimum
Exams: 1 day
Length of course: 185 hours of training over a period of 2 to 3 months, depending on the pace of personal work.
For people with disabilities, please contact us.
Target audience
Anyone wishing to become a Montessori Assistant in a Montessori school
Existing Montessori assistants wishing to deepen their knowledge of Montessori pedagogy and materials
Download the 3-6 years assistant qualification programmeDownload the 6-12 years assistant qualification programmeExpected objectives
Identifying and responding to children’s developmental needs, individually and in groups, in a caring manner
Use Montessori materials
Preparing, leading and adapting an environment to suit the needs of each child
Know how to work as part of a team
course price :
individual €1250, standard €1550 (*)
(*) Individual rates are reserved for individuals who wish to enrol in a vocational training course on an individual basis and at their own expense.
(*) The standard rates are applied to companies and funding bodies (OPCO, Pole emploi, etc.).
Montessori Educator Qualifying Course
Montessori training to acquire the skills of a MONTESSORI educator aged 3-6 or 6-12.
Introductory face-to-face weekend: module on child development and the Montessori philosophy, and presentation of the main materials by learning area.
In-depth training in the 3-6 and/or 6-12 materials: presentation videos of the different modules, videos and lessons on Montessori activities, videos at the end of each module to share what has been learnt, research and personal work to complete ongoing homework and presentations, individual coaching.
Practical training in a Montessori school: 300 hours of training (approximately 40 days of 7 to 8 hours each)
In-class consolidation and examinations: 5 days
Length of training: 540 hours of training for 3-6 year olds over a period of 6 to 8 months depending on the pace of personal work / 620 hours of training for 6-12 year olds over a period of 8 to 10 months depending on the pace of personal work.
For people with disabilities, please contact us.
Target audience
Toute personne souhaitant devenir Educateur.trice Montessori 3-6 ans ou 6-12 ans dans une école Montessori
Course fee for 3-6 year olds (*) :
Individual €2450, standard €3050
Course fee for 6-12 year olds :
Individual €3,150, standard €3,950 (*)
Book of teaching guides for 3-6 year olds or 6-12 year olds included, depending on the course chosen.
Optimism option: 2 days face-to-face training:
individual €250, reference manual €350 (*)
(*) Individual rates are reserved for individuals who wish to enrol in a vocational training course on an individual basis and at their own expense.
(*) The standard rates are applied to companies and funding bodies (OPCO, Pole emploi, etc.).
Expected objectives
Identify and respond to children’s developmental needs, individually and in groups, in a caring manner
Understand and use Montessori materials
Prepare, animate and adapt an environment that corresponds to the needs of each child
Know how to communicate with parents to create a partnership that supports the child’s holistic development
Working as part of a team
Optimism option: know how to run optimism workshops for children (positive psychology workshops, brain Gym, philosophy workshop for children, and eco-citizenship)
Our Montessori training dates
You will find below a form showing the different dates available for the Montessori courses chosen at the Montessori Optimism Institute.
Each Module of our Montessori training courses is offered in French and English on different dates, during school holidays or at weekends.
The Montessori Optimism Institute’s qualifying Montessori courses culminate in face-to-face theoretical and practical examinations (or by videoconference if the student has access to a Montessori school). The dates proposed below can be adjusted according to availability and the student’s learning progress.
For people with disabilities, please contact us.
Contact us
Adresse:
2 rue Emilien Colin, 92150 Suresnes
Tél:
+33 (0)9 54 50 29 85
