MEIPN empowers and instructs adult learners to be well-rounded Montessori teachers who are ready to change the world.

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 “Everyone talks about peace but no one educates for peace. In this world, they educate for competition, and competition is the beginning of any war. When educating to cooperate and owe each other solidarity, that day we will be educating for peace.”

— Maria Montessori

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Our Programs

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Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort open January 2026.

Applications for Administration and E-II Standalone training will open in the fall. Start gathering application materials now. Head to our admissions page to learn more.

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 “I learned about the way I learn. The opportunity to be a student, while learning about teaching was infinitely helpful in learning what successful teaching and learning looks and feels like. Being in a learning environment where my differences were accepted was healing, powerful, and will continue to inspire me forever as a teacher.”

— MEIPN Grad

Why Montessori?

Montessori is a child-centered system of education developed by revolutionary educator and innovative thinker Dr. Maria Montessori. There are many reasons to choose Montessori education.

Maria Montessori was a keen observer. She identified distinct developmental stages and created specific approaches for each of those stages.

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The Montessori approach is holistic, experiential, and supported by scientific research – engaging a child’s intellect, body, and spirit.

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Dr. Montessori believed that the key to social harmony in the world and personal self-fulfillment was through education –one that nurtures a child’s full humanity and prepares them for life of meaning and connection

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Learners leave the Montessori classroom with a strong academic foundation and a lifelong love of learning as well as abilities in self-care, empathy, and conflict resolution.

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Upcoming Professional Development Opportunities

  • A man dressed as a superhero with a red cape and a white shirt, standing outdoors among a crowd, holding one hand on his hip, smiling confidently.

    Teacher Tom Presentation

    Teacher Tom is coming to MEIPN on September 21 to speak about "Why Play is the Most Important Way Children Learn."

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    Assistant Training starts in September

    Assistant Training starts in September – take the first step toward a meaningful role in the classroom! It’s your chance to learn more about Montessori philosophy and materials. With the right training, you can be an invaluable support to children and teachers alike.

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    Collaborative Problem Solving

    Unlock the power of Collaborative Problem Solving this November! In this experiential workshop you will learn practical, meaningful ways to navigate challenges starting at the early childhood level. Join us to build skills that transform conflict into connection. Recommended for EC and up.