Professional Learning and Development Events

Montessori Aotearoa Conference 2025

Montessori, Changing the Lives of People Living with Dementia

In a world where the prevalence of dementia is on the rise, the need for knowledge and compassionate understanding becomes ever more crucial. Many of us are familiar with the term Montessori as it applies to education but only a few of us are familiar with the application of Montessori methods for Dementia and Ageing.

PLD 0-6 Years: Navigating the Refresh: ERO’s Updated Judgments and Excelling Indicators Explained

Are you aware that ERO has had a refresh of their judgements when reviewing centres? Are you aware that the effective practice is now reflected and unpacked further in the ECE Improvement Framework at the ‘excelling’ end. If you have answered yes to either of these questions then this is the workshop for you.

PLD 0-18 Years: Ethics and New Technology: Finding Our Way in the World of AI

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping education. For Montessori educators, this presents both exciting opportunities and significant challenges. This workshop will explore the pedagogical and policy implications of integrating AI into Montessori environments. While it builds on a previous introductory session, attendance at the earlier workshop is not a prerequisite.

PLD 0-18 Years: Montessori Sports

MANZ is delighted to partner with Montessori Sports to be able to offer you this very unique AMI certified course.

For all: Montessori Dementia Care

MANZ is delighted to partner with the International Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (ICCDP) to offer you a global Montessori certification in Montessori Dementia Care.

PLD 0-18 Years: Strengthening Biculturalism in your Service/School

This is an opportunity to have Anaru and/or Maria Kapa, specialists in this field, come and assist with development in your service/school blending Montessori and biculturalism together. Anaru, and/or Maria will observe your practice and principles using a te ao Māori lens (TAM) giving you the next steps in your journey. This will be kakano (child) centred.