Our Staff
Vanessa Aikins
Principal
Birthplace?
Subiaco Western Australia
How did you learn about Montessori?
Through my Bachelor of Education course firstly and then through parents in my baby group.
Where did you take your training?
Hershey Montessori School in Ohio USA
Three things you can’t live without?
My family, a walk in the mornings along the beach, our beautiful children’s smiling faces every day at school
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Sailing in the Swedish archipelago with the Swedish family whom had my son on student exchange and we had theirs.
Favourite local treat?
Time on Rottnest Island
One rule you live by?
Mutual respect
Favourite quote?
We all cast the same shadow
Tony Gillespie
Deputy Principal Adolescent Program
Birthplace?
Collie, Western Australia
How did you learn about Montessori?
A little spark from a discussion with Vanessa which evolved into a special interest and lots of further research.
Where did you take your training?
Completed the Adolescent Orientation at Montessori International College, Sunshine Coast, QLD 2016.
Three things you can’t live without?
Friendships and connections to people, good quality, nutritious, tasty food, my bikes
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Any of my long distance cycling tours. I love the freedom and the chance to connect with local people and their culture wherever I go.
Favourite local treat?
Our beaches are the best in the World (Shhhh, don’t tell everyone).
One rule you live by?
Focus my thoughts and energy on positivity, peace and kindness.
Andrew Wollstein
Adolescent Program Teacher
Birthplace?
Toowoomba, QLD
How did you learn about Montessori?
University & Life experience
Where did you take your training?
QLD
Three things you can’t live without?
Air, Water, Food
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
No. 10, Waxwelton, Moree NSW
Favourite local treat?
Fish and Chips on the Foreshore
One rule you live by?
Let people be themselves
Favourite quote?
“Play is the highest form of research” -Albert Einstein
Ayesha Meer
Children’s House Program Coordinator & Teacher
Birthplace?
South Africa
How did you learn about Montessori?
From a friend who was a Montessori teacher
Where did you take your training?
South Africa and Australia
Three things you can’t live without?
Good books, the beach and chocolates
Favourite trip?
Budapest and Prague
Favourite local treat?
Pavlova
One rule you live by?
Exercise and prayer
Favourite quote?
“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.” ― Oprah Winfrey
Carla Darcy
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Mapumalanga province South Africa
How did you learn about Montessori?
I first heard about Montessori while in a sales marketing career and had no opinion about education at that time. I remember thinking that if I grew up with a Montessori education then perhaps I would not have hated school so much.
Where did you take your training?
I completed a Montessori diploma for infants, toddlers & two’s as well as the Children’s House diploma for age 3 to 6 years old while living in Laos PDR and while working at a brand new Montessori pre-school.
Three things I can’t live without?
Adequate sleep!, Chocolate and my family
Favourite trip?
I lived on Zanzibar island (Tanzania) for a year- that was a pretty good life!
Favourite local treat?
Lemon sorbet on Rocky beach
One rule you live by?
A place for everything and everything in its place
Favourite quote?
Same Same but different
Deb Dwyer
Children’s House Teacher
Birthplace?
London, UK
How did you learn about Montessori?
While living in the UK 1987-1990
Where did you take your training?
3 – 6 Diploma, College of Modern Montessori, South Africa,
Master of Teaching, Notre Dame Fremantle, WA
Three things you can’t live without?
A good book, cotton blankets, beautiful sunrises
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Hiking the Wild Coast, South Africa
Favourite local treat?
Little Creatures Pale Ale – chilled on a hot summer’s day!
One rule you live by?
Look for the good in everything.
Favourite quote?
“Love is a verb” – Stephen Covey
Debbie Nye
Administration
Birthplace?
England
How did you learn about Montessori?
Heard about it when my children were at school
Three things you can’t live without?
My family, my friends, music
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
I have to only choose one??? Well that would have to be Nepal
Favourite local treat?
Beachfront
One rule you live by?
Be kind
Favourite quote?
“A day without laughter is a wasted day”
Dee Dance
Administration
Birthplace?
Perth
How did you learn about Montessori?
I discovered Montessori through working at RMS. Over the years I have been in my position I have done several observations throughout the Primary classes and in particular the Children’s House. It is a delight to see such young children so focused and in charge of day to day tasks. The independence the children are encouraged to have is amazing and is not completely understandable until you witness this in action.
Three things you can’t live without?
My Sunnies, my hair straighteners and a good bottle of Red. (But my Family is my number 1 favourite!)
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
My favourite and most memorable holiday was a family boating trip to Exmouth where we snorkelled at a coastal place called oysters stacks. It was amazing to witness the sea life in its natural habitat and the colours and happenings on the ocean floor were unforgettable.
Favourite local treat?
Lately I have been enjoying dinner dates with my husband at Silk Thai on the Mandurah foreshore.
One rule you live by?
Never judge someone on someone else’s negative opinion.
Favourite quote?
I want to be your favourite hello and your hardest goodbye!
Di Edmonds
Lower Primary Teacher
Birthplace?
Bridgetown, WA
How did you learn about Montessori?
In Teacher’s College and then, years later, after answering an ad for a job in Sydney, reading a book on the way to the interview!
Where did you take your training?
Bergamo, Italy
Three things you can’t live without?
My sons, my flute and my hiking poles.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Bergamo, Italy (Montessori) and popping over to Cirencester (Morris dancing).
Favourite local treat?
Vanilla slice from Bunbury Farmers Markets.
One rule you live by?
Do unto others as you would have done to yourself.
Favourite quote?
I may not have gone to where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be. (Douglas Adams – The Long Dark Tea-Time of The Soul)
Emma Thomsen
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Perth
How did you learn about Montessori?
I first heard of Montessori while living in England
Where did you take your training?
First time working in Montessori was in London
Three things I can’t live without?
My family, sport and chocolate!
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Best holiday was USA Disney World
Favourite local treat?
Kent St Deli
One rule you live by?
Stay positive
Favourite Quote?
Everyday may not be a good day but there is good in everyday
Gina Tribbeck
Administration
Birthplace?
Kalamunda, WA
How did you learn about Montessori?
Through my friend Julie
Where did you take your training?
TAFE
Three things you can’t live without?
My kids, chocolate & champagne
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Camping at Ningaloo Station
Favourite local treat?
Eating Bayside Pizza on Safety bay foreshore
One rule you live by?
Never give up
Favourite quote?
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken”
Gurmayll Kaur
Indonesian Teacher
Birthplace?
Singapore
How did you learn about Montessori?
When I was looking up for enrichment classes in the newspaper for my oldest daughter back in 1991.
Where did you take your training?
MMI (Modern Montessori International, London)
Three things you can’t live without?
Family, breakfast, gratitude
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Salt Lake City, Utah
Favourite local treat?
Almond croissant
One rule you live by?
Integrity
Favourite quote?
If you have nothing good to say, don’t say anything at all
Helen Baronie
Children’s House Teacher
Birthplace?
England, UK
How did you learn about Montessori?
Initially in teacher training, then for my own children. I was a Montessori parent for nearly 10 years. I started teaching in Montessori Schools during this time.
Where did you take your training?
Montessori Diploma – Montessori Institute, Bachelor of Ed – Curtain and Notre Dame.
Three things you can’t live without?
A garden, music, family.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
To my husband’s birthplace, Myanmar.
Favourite local treat?
My Beehive’s honey
One rule you live by?
Respect and love others as you want to be respected and loved.
Favourite quote?
“It is not enough for the teacher to love the child. You must first love and understand the universe. You must prepare yourself, and truly work at it.” -Maria Montessori
Jenny Short
Adolescent Program Teacher
Birthplace?
Blackburn in the UK
How did you learn about Montessori?
My niece went to a Montessori school in the UK, when I moved to WA 3 years ago I came to do some relief work, at Rockingham Montessori.
Where did you take your training?
I have not completed Montessori training but I did my teaching degree at Greenwich University in London.
Three things you can’t live without?
My baby son, my husband and my Facebook portal so I can see my family via video call.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Malta was my favourite trip as all my family came in 2018 and we got married there, it was amazing and very hot.
Favourite local treat?
I would have to say Ostro on Rockingham foreshore as the meals are amazing.
One rule you live by?
Always be honest and true to yourself
Favourite quote?
No fav quote.
Jessica Simmons
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Westmead, NSW
How did you learn about Montessori?
Through a neighbour who had just relocated from Germany
Where did you take your training?
Rockingham Montessori School
Three things you can’t live without?
My children, coffee and Game of Thrones
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Phuket, Thailand
Favourite local treat?
Tutti Frutti on the foreshore on a Sunday afternoon with the kids
One rule you live by?
Try, try again
Favourite quote?
Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring – Marilyn Monroe
Jodi Kerslake
Primary Program Coordinator
Birthplace?
Perth, WA
How did you learn about Montessori?
I did some units on Montessori as part of my Bachelor of Education, but became more involved as a parent before teaching at a Montessori school.
Where did you take your training?
I did some units as part of my Bachelor of Education (Secondary) and have completed various short courses with MAF.
Three things you can’t live without?
My family, my dog, and laughter.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Spain in 2010
Favourite local treat?
Anything from Kishi (Japanese restaurant)
One rule you live by?
Try today – be less wrong tomorrow.
Favourite quote?
“An idea that is not dangerous is not worthy of being called an idea at all.”
Julie Lindstedt
Music Teacher
Birthplace?
Perth WA
How did you learn about Montessori?
Through Vanessa
Where did you take your training?
I haven’t.
Three things you can’t live without?
My family, my dog and music.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
African safari in 2016
Favourite local treat?
Scallops
One rule you live by?
Make a difference.
Favourite quote?
If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well.
Catherine Drew
Birthplace?
Kilkenny, Ireland
How did you learn about Montessori?
I learnt about Montessori through study, research and practical experience in a Montessori environment.
Where did you take your training?
Dublin, Ireland
Three things you can’t live without.
Family, Friends and large soup bowl size coffee’s
Most favourite local treat
Ben and Jerry’s ice cream and sunsets at my local beach.
One rule you live by
Treat others how you would like to be treated.
Favourite quote
It’s too hard to narrow it down to just one so I’ll sneak in two
Nil aon Tintean mar do thintean fein.
(Old Irish saying translated -there is no place like home)
And my new favourite
In diversity there is beauty and strength (Maya Angelou)
Kirsty Williams
Adolescent Program Coordinator & Teacher
Birthplace?
Western Australia
How did you learn about Montessori?
Through personal research and studying at University.
Where did you take your training?
Edith Cowan University and AMI/NAMTA Montessori Orientation to Adolescent Studies
Three things you can’t live without?
Summer, Music, loved ones (including fur-babies)
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Backpacking through Italy
Favourite local treat?
Napoli Mercato
One rule you live by?
Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.
Favourite quote?
A life’s worth, in the end, isn’t measured in hours or money. It’s measured by the amount of love exchanged along the way.
Leo Keith
Teacher
Birthplace?
Warrnambool, Victoria
How did you learn about Montessori?
I’ve always been interested in alternative education but first became involved with Montessori when my son started at Perth Individual in 2019.
Where did you take your training?
I completed my teacher training at Federation University in 2006. I’m undertaking Montessori training through my work at RMS.
Three things you can’t live without?
Music, humour, kids
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
3 week road trip around the south of France in June 2014.
Favourite local treat?
Sunset swims in the glassy sound
One rule you live by?
All perspectives contain a partial, but incomplete, truth
Favourite quote?
If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time. – Steve Jobs
Lizeth Palomino
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
I was born in Lima Peru.
How did you learn about Montessori?
I learned about Montessori when I had the chance to work as a relief in Perth Montessori, 3 years ago. And then I start to know and read more about her and her philosophy.
Three things I can’t live without?
Actually they are not things. they are people: my love, Richard. My sunshine, My baby, Luanna and my sister Ana. My 3 loves.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Italy and Australia
Favourite local treat?
Thai by the sea????
One rule to live by?
“You can either be angry for what you don’t have or thankful for what you have. Do your best and God will do the rest”: Nick Vujicic
Favourite quote?
“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle”-Albert Einstein.
Mark Dove
Adolescent Program Teacher
Birthplace?
St. David’s, Wales, UK
How did you learn about Montessori?
Whilst undertaking teacher training at Digby Stuart College in London back in 1990, I discovered that Maria Montessori had guest lectured there in the early 1900s. Interestingly, my wife was also studying teaching at the Froebel Institute next door & so we were both inducted into the world of ‘progressive education.’
Where did you take your training?
Alongside the learned practitioners at the AP Program & from spending hours on surf patrol with Vanessa; listening to her waxing semi-lyrical on the truth and beauty of The Montessori Method.
Three things you can’t live without?
Love, family, books … and more books.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Coming of age and hitting the surf in Biarritz, France in the mid-70s and being introduced to moules mariniere and vin blanc. “Bliss was it in that dawn to be alive, but to be young was very heaven.” -William Wordsworth
Favourite local treat?
Watching the Dockers smash the Eagles every year … I wish!
One rule you live by?
‘Only Connect’ -E M Forster
Favourite quote?
“A la recherché du temps perdu”-Marcel Proust
Mark Simms
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Rockingham, Australia
How did you learn about Montessori?
I discovered Montessori through my sister, she attended Rockingham Montessori School then worked there as an Education Assistant and now so do I.
Where did you take your training?
AMI Assistants Course held at RMS.
3 things you can’t live without?
Fishing, Fishing and Fishing.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Theme parks at the Gold Coast
Favourite local treat?
Ice Cream & Seafood
One rule you live by?
Honesty is the best policy
Favourite quote?
Good things come to those who Bait.
Martin Ingledew
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
How did you learn about Montessori?
Through my son who is a ‘Montessori child’, as well as our positive experiences with the RMS community.
Where did you take your training?
I am currently studying through Murdoch University.
3 things you can’t live without?
Family, friends, and coffee…!
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Europe 2006 (where I met the girl who became my wife!)
Favourite local treat?
The climate, the coast, the sun. Simply being here is a treat.
One rule you live by?
I have two: ‘You get out what you put in’ and ‘treat others as you yourself would like to be treated’.
Favourite quote?
“You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take” – Wayne Gretzky
Simmi Madanjit
Teacher
Birthplace?
Durban, South Africa
How did you learn about Montessori?
By chance
Where did you take your training?
Montessori World Institute
3 things you can’t live without?
My dog Max, coffee, running & walking
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Visiting Cape Town
Favourite local treat?
Fish & chips
One rule you live by?
Always be humble, kind and helpful to the people around you
Favourite quote?
Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.
Nicole Fenton Clark
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Geraldton, WA
How did you learn about Montessori?
A friend, then lots of reading and research
Where did you take your training?
AMI and FTTA
3 things you can’t live without?
Family, Friends and Faith.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Bali
Favourite local treat?
Ling Sushi or fresh local crayfish, dhufish or squid
One rule you live by?
Treat others as you would like others to treat you
Favourite quote?
Appreciate what you have and never compare yourself with others
Orla Dinneen
Infant Toddler Program Coordinator
Birthplace?
Ireland
How did you learn about Montessori?
My Mum. She is a Montessori teacher. We had a Children’s House at home.
Where did you take your training?
Montessori Institute, Perth
Three things you can’t live without?
Lip balm, polarized sunglasses and hiking boots
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
5 day canoe and hiking safari in Okavango Delta, Botswana
Favourite local treat?
Bayside Barista, Safety Bay, any of the lunchtime special Buddha bowls and the coffee;-)
One rule you live by?
Give thanks everyday
Favourite quote?
Too many to choose from! My newest favourite is “A strong woman doesn’t seek revenge. She moves on and lets karma do her dirty work”
Regan Waymouth
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Geraldton, WA
How did you learn about Montessori?
On the job training and relief work
Where did you take your training?
Rockingham Montessori
Three things you can’t live without?
Dark chocolate, West Coast Eagles, my three beautiful children
Most favourite trip you have taken?
Egypt
Favourite local treat?
Rustico’s or Kent St Deli
One Rule you live by?
Treat others how you wish to be treated.
Favourite quote?
I like criticism It makes you stronger.
Renata Kanagaratnam
Indonesian Teacher
Birthplace?
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
How did you learn about Montessori?
In an advertisement in a Mother & Baby magazine while I was nursing my child, one evening.
Where did you take your training?
External student of Montessori Centre International, UK (formerly known as St Nicholas).
Three things you can’t live without?
Noodles, Wine, My kids
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Dubrovnik, Croatia (it’s history left me in awe)
Favourite local treat?
Krispy Kremes.
One rule you live by?
Always keep smiling, no matter how awkward the situation is.
Favourite quote?
Walking with a friend in the dark is better than walking alone in the light – Helen Keller
Sandy McNeill
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Upper Fern Tree Gully in Victoria
How did you learn about Montessori?
I remember learning about Montessori as a child, my Mum worked in education and the concept of Montessori was reiterated by a friend in the Montessori system. It then stuck with me as something I would like my children to experience as part of their educational journey.
Where did you take your training?
I’ve trained as an Education Assistant through fast track training.
Three things you can’t live without?
Not including family and friends I cannot live without Sun glasses, S’well water bottles and music.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
I don’t have just one favourite trip – I love travel as a whole experience from organising the destination, accommodation, ideas of what we can do too booking activity, packing the suit cases and then the feeling off escapism as we leave.
Favourite local treat?
Our beautiful beaches
One rule you live by?
Have an open mind.
Favourite quote?
“Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt
Stella Onderwater
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Perth
How did you learn about Montessori?
Mother
Three things you can’t live without?
Beach, dog, family
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Rottnest
Favourite local treat?
Passionfruit
One rule you live by?
Walking and swimming helps
Favourite quote?
Nature is a mother
Tom Cullity
Children’s House Teacher
Birthplace?
I was born in Subiaco Western Australia.
How did you learn about Montessori?
I lived in in Switzerland for six years after I completed my Grad Dip Ed, when I arrived back in Perth a colleague of my Wife put me in contact with Vanessa here at Rockingham and my Montessori journey began.
Where did you take your training?
I am training with MWEI here in Perth.
Three things you can’t live without?
I can’t live without my Family, my car and my bed.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
For my 30th birthday we travelled from Switzerland to Europa Park in Rust, Germany as a surprise. We had a lot of fun.
Favourite local treat?
Favourite treat is a meat pie from Culley’s tea rooms in Fremantle.
One rule you live by?
“Do unto others as you would have them do to you”.
Favourite quote?
If something is worth doing it is worth doing badly. Meaning no matter the task if it is a worthwhile thing to do it is better to have a crack at it and fail than to pass up an opportunity and never know whether it would have been a failure or a success.
Sam Fuller
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
South Africa.
How did you learn about Montessori?
When researching about schools for my three girls!
Where did you take your training?
Perth.
Three things you can’t live without?
Family, laughter & water!
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Thailand
Favourite local treat?
Our beaches.
One rule you live by?
Everything in moderation.
Favourite quote?
Kindness matters.
Scarlett Farrell
Adolescent Program Teacher
Birthplace?
Subiaco, Perth.
How did you learn about Montessori?
After a thought-provoking unit at University called ‘Contemporary Issues in Secondary Education’, I started researching alternative forms of education and came across Montessori.
Where did you take your training?
I have a Masters of Teaching from The University of Notre Dame and completed my AMI Orientation to Adolescent Studies in Melbourne in 2019.
Three things you can’t live without?
Travel, country and western music and the ocean.
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
The Greek Islands with my husband.
Favourite local treat?
Any form of pizza.
One rule you live by?
Be authentic.
Favourite quote?
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.
Shelley Diamond
Education Assistant
Birthplace?
Yorkshire, UK
How did you learn about Montessori?
On my prac whilst undertaking my EA training
Where did you take your training?
TAFE and AMI early learning course
Three things you can’t live without?
My 3 favourite boys
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Hot air ballooning
Favourite local treat?
Ramen! I’m addicted to Ramen!
One rule you live by?
Be happy and laugh often
Favourite quote?
More the merrier
Vanita Sutherman
Lower Primary Teacher
Birthplace?
Singapore
How did you learn about Montessori?
Perth Montessori offered me a teaching job and that’s where and when my Montessori journey began.
Where did you take your training?
MWEI and NAMC
Three things you can’t live without?
Family, Friends and Faith
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Kauai Hindu Monastery
Favourite local treat?
Not one but many …..sweet indulgence
One rule you live by?
Help without expecting anything in return
Favourite quote?
Be the change you want to see in this world
Venus Olsen
Upper Primary Teacher
Birthplace?
Launceston Tasmania
How did I learn about Montessori?
Work experience at the Hills Montessori, Adelaide
Where did you take your training?
MWEI Perth
Three things I can’t live without?
My husband & children, travelling, lip balm
Favourite trip?
Top of Mt Sinai in Egypt and family trips at Margaret River
Favourite local treat?
Fresh caught crayfish
One rule you live by?
Treat others as you’d like to be treated
Favourite quote?
It’s ok to say no.
Wendy O’Dea
Adolescent Program Admin Officer
Birthplace?
Three Springs WA
How did you learn about Montessori?
Through a friend in Canada
Where did you take your training?
No training – self taught – Admin
Three things you can’t live without?
My husband, coffee and travelling
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Driving around the East Coast of Canada and visiting the home of author Lucy Maud Montgomery (Anne of Green Gables) on Prince Edward Island
Favourite local treat?
Coffee on the foreshore
One rule you live by?
Plan ahead, be organised
Favourite quote?
Never see a need without doing something about it – Mary MacKillop
Robyn Walker
Lower Primary – Jellyfish Teacher
Birthplace?
Paddington, NSW
How did you learn about Montessori?
I attended Montessori from age 3-12.
Where did you take your training?
I completed a Diploma in 6-12 Montessori Education and a Graduate Certificate in 3-6 Montessori Education through the Montessori Institute here in WA.
Three things you can’t live without?
- My Family
- My Cats
- and my holidays overseas
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
My three-month trip around Europe in 2017. I met so many people and had the best experiences of my life!
Favourite local treat?
Get Chunky!
One rule you live by?
Make a list and do the hardest thing first.
Favourite quote?
Team work makes the dream work.
Manmeen Kaur
Sea Lions Teacher
Birthplace?
Amritsar, India
How did you learn about Montessori?
I first heard of Montessori while working at mainstream school here in Perth, and then further personal research.
Where did you take your training?
I completed Graduate Diploma in Montessori education (6-12yrs) from MWEI in Western Australia
Three things you can’t live without?
My family, work, holidays/travel
Most favourite trip you’ve taken?
Singapore and Tasmania
Favourite local treat?
Dome all the time, anytime for Earl Grey and chocolate brownie.
One rule you live by?
No matter what the situation is, always be grateful and thankful.
Favourite quote?
A dream doesn’t become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work. – Colin Powell
Infant & Toddler
Program
1 - 3 Years
Our Infant Toddler Program (Playgroup) is the ideal way for your family to experience the Montessori philosophy and practice, while providing toddlers with a gentle transition to the Children’s House.
Children’s
House
3 - 6 Years
Rockingham Montessori School has three Children’s House classrooms, named Dolphins, Penguins and Seahorse, reflecting our seaside location. Each is led by a dedicated and highly-trained Montessori teacher.
Primary
Program
6 - 12 Years
Rockingham Montessori School has three Lower-Primary classrooms: Jelly Fish, Starfish and Sea Lions, continuing our ocean theme. Teachers are Montessori-trained and work with the help of an education assistant.
Adolescent
Program
12 -18 Years
In Montessori’s third plane of development, from twelve to eighteen years old, the adolescent has a ‘humanistic mind’ eager to understand humanity and the contribution they can make to society.