Montessori Conference in Australia

Grassroots conference – 2024

On a Hope and a Promise:

An Education for Peace

September 21 – 22, Sydney NSW

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Fast becoming an event not to be missed, MSCA’s Annual Grassroots Conference is a 'home-grown' initiative bringing the Montessori community together. It provides connection and professional development for Montessori educators and leaders with 'on-the-ground' presenters sharing their practice and insights.

2024 THEME

On a Hope and a Promise: An Education for Peace

Maria Montessori spoke about the child as both a hope and a promise for humanity. She said, “Everyone talks about peace, but no one educates for peace. People educate for competition and this is the beginning of any war. When we educate to cooperate and be in solidarity with one another, that day we will be educating for peace.”

World events in the past few years have highlighted how Montessori’s words still ring true for us today. As administrators and educators dedicated to Montessori education – an education for peace – we hold both a hope for the future and a promise to all children in our schools and early learning centres: to work together in solidarity, to work in cooperation rather than competition, and to care for our environment as well as the individuals within it.

The 2024 MSCA Grassroots Conference aims to unpack the meaning of what Montessori described as an Education for Peace and what is required of us, including our preparation as adults. Maria Montessori’s vision for education might feel unachievable and lofty, but as Montessorians, there’s nothing more worthwhile than this. After all, Dr Montessori herself said,

“Education is the best weapon for peace.”

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Conference Location & Accommodation

Sydney Masonic Centre (SMC) is centrally located at 66 Goulburn St, Sydney NSW 2000, on the corner of Castlereagh St. It is just a 3-minute stroll (300m) from Museum station, a 10-minute walk (700m) from Central Station and Town Hall Station and is serviced by major bus routes. Affordable, secure parking is available opposite the centre.

Situated amongst cafes, restaurants and the vibrant city retail precinct, SMC’s proximity to quality affiliated hotels and Stations makes Sydney Masonic Centre the ideal venue for Sydneysiders and visitors!

SMC provides the following list of local accommodation options, all within walking distance to the conference venue. Click to open.

Conference Program

Updated MSCA Grassroots Conference Program – Sydney 2024

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I feel inspired to get back [to teaching]. I was feeling very burnt out from a lot of factors and now I feel more energised and motivated! Thank you for this opportunity!

Wonderful experience that provoked lots of reflection and excitement.

The MSCA team is amazing. I am very grateful for this organisation. I love how friendly and warm the environment is.

My first Grassroots. Will definitely return!

I really enjoyed meeting other Montessori professionals and having my perspectives both affirmed and challenged.

Thank you for a truly life-changing weekend.

Overall a terrific and worthwhile event - thank you wholeheartedly for your time and care in making it so wonderful for our Montessori community!

THANK YOU to MSCA for putting on such a fabulous event. It is a highlight of the year! I love getting the chance to meet with and be inspired by like minded people.

Thank you for another excellent conference that cultivates community, connection and inspiration!

$ 600 per person (incl. GST)

($545.45 ex. GST)

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($659.09 ex. GST)

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Friday, 20 September: In-Person Workshop $325 – $380 (incl. GST)

Discounted rate of $325 is for conference attendees ($380 without conference attendance). Join Amelia Cobb from 9am – 3pm for a day focused on empowering educators to confidently integrate First Nations perspectives into their classrooms through a culturally inclusive, holistic curriculum aligned with Montessori lessons for ages 3-12. Location: Montessori East, Bondi NSW 2026. Click here for more information.

Saturday, 21 September: Sydney Harbour Twilight Cruise $60.50 (incl. GST)

Let's socialise after the first day of the conference over some drinks and canapés on the beautiful Sydney Harbour!

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Join Amelia on Friday 20 September from 9am – 3pm for an in-depth workshop on how to use her Curriculum Handbook resources for Embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in the Montessori Classroom (for ages 3-6 and 6-12). Venue: Montessori East, 8 Wellington St, Bondi NSW 2026
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Montessori Conference in Australia

Grassroots conference – 2024

On a Hope and a Promise:

An Education for Peace

September 21 – 22, Sydney NSW

Registrations closing in:

2024 THEME

On a Hope and a Promise: An Education for Peace

“Education is the best weapon for peace.”

Conference Location & Accommodation

Conference Program

MSCA Members

Non-Members

Don't miss these additional conference events!

Add these on with your conference registration below OR purchase individually here.

Register NOW

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BOOKING DETAILS

1. Conference Only

2. Conference + Workshop Tickets

Includes discounted Add-On for the Pre-Conference Workshop on Friday 20 September.

3. Optional Add On Events

Attendee Details

LAST CHANCE: Optional Add Ons

MSCA is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
(ABN 42 636 033 899)

Montessori Conference in Australia

Grassroots conference – 2024

On a Hope and a Promise:

An Education for Peace

September 21 – 22, Sydney NSW

Registrations closing in:

2024 THEME

On a Hope and a Promise: An Education for Peace

“Education is the best weapon for peace.”

Conference Location & Accommodation

Conference Program

MSCA Members

Non-Members

Don't miss these additional conference events!

Add these on with your conference registration below OR purchase individually here.

Register NOW

Registrations closing in:

Book NOW. Late registrations may incur additional fees.

BOOKING DETAILS

1. Conference Only

2. Conference + Workshop Tickets

Includes discounted Add-On for the Pre-Conference Workshop on Friday 20 September.

3. Optional Add On Events

Attendee Details

LAST CHANCE: Optional Add Ons

MSCA is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission(ABN 42 636 033 899)

MSCA is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
(ABN 42 636 033 899)