2025 Theme
Every classroom, every child, and every educator holds a story worth sharing. From the personal journeys that shape us as educators to our daily work with children, each story weaves a unique narrative contributing to the evolving tapestry of Montessori education in Australia.
Our 2025 Grassroots Conference theme, “A Story to Tell”, will explore how stories shape our environments, fuel creativity, and serve as bridges—between past and present, across cultures, and linking the heart and mind. Stories are fundamental to human connection, learning, and cultural preservation. They help us make sense of our world, pass down wisdom through generations, and inspire change.
From the traditional oral histories of First Nations peoples to innovative approaches in narrative writing, from personal testimonies of transformation to the songs and poems that bring learning to life—every educator and every child has a story to tell.
Let’s unite to inspire and be inspired—because every story matters.
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Location & Accommodation
The 2025 Grassroots Conference will be held at Royal on the Park Hotel & Suites, an independent hotel with various onsite accommodation options.
Perfectly positioned in the Brisbane CBD and overlooking the picturesque City Botanic Gardens, the hotel is a stone’s throw from the Brisbane River. It offers easy access to many major Brisbane attractions, including South Bank Parklands, sporting stadiums, galleries, and the Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Choose from 153 elegantly appointed rooms and a collection of suites, each offering a classically elegant ambience and environmentally friendly amenities. Accommodation with one King or two Queen beds is available to meet any requirements. Spacious, interconnecting family rooms are ideal for guests travelling with children, and the Junior, Spa and Executive Suites with separate master bedrooms and living areas are perfect for those seeking additional living space.
Accommodation Discounts
Use code GROUP10 to access a 10% discount on the best available rate at Royal on the Park. This applies to all available room types and must be booked directly via the website.
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MSCA has secured a limited number of guest rooms at a discounted group rate, which can be added to your conference registration. The rate applies to the Deluxe Park View King or Twin rooms for the Friday and Saturday nights.
Group Room Rates
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Valid for 29 and 30 August, 2025
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Additional dates may be available.
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All room requests will be confirmed after booking.
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Annual Grassroots Conference
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.
Starting in Adelaide in 2022 and continuing through Melbourne in 2023 and Sydney in 2024, Grassroots will be hosted in Brisbane this year.
Previous Themes:
2024 – ‘A Hope and a Promise: An Education for Peace’
2023 – ‘From Little Things, Big Things Grow’
2022 – ‘Montessori Education: A Changing World, Evolving Culture’
Registration Fees
Non-Members
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Early bird ends 31 May 2025
Groups of 6+
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Valid for groups of six or more attendees, registered in one booking.
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Contact us to get the discount code.
Registration Add Ons
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Conference Dinner $86.00 (incl. GST)Join us for a three-course dinner held on-site at Royal on the Park on Saturday, 30 August 2025 at 6:30pm.
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Accommodation (per room, per night) $275.00 (incl. GST)MSCA has secured a limited number of guest rooms at this discounted group rate. Applies to the Deluxe Park View King or Twin rooms for Friday 29 August and Saturday 30 August 2025.
