Only through freedom and environmental experience is it practically possible for human development to occur.

MARIA MONTESSORI

 

The Montessori Place is an independent school situated at two stunning sites - one by the sea, in Brighton & Hove, and the other in the countryside, close to Lewes/Uckfield. We serve 145 children and young people (and their families) from 15 months to 18 years, in the tradition of the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI).

Parents as Guides

We are committed to support parents in their role by providing programmes that share knowledge of Montessori principles and how to implement them in the home setting. Our offerings include programmes for expecting parents and those with children under the age of three.

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Childhood

The Montessori Place Elementary is a place of superlatives. In their own words, it is a place where children between the ages of 6-12 seek to become the kindest, smartest and most skilful people they can.

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Adolescence

Adolescence is a period of extraordinary energy and creativity. The Young People's Community, located in ancient woodlands in the quiet countryside of East Sussex, offers a 21st century education that prepares adolescents to be agents for change in the world.

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145

students

from bump through age 18

2

campuses

by the sea, and in the country

OFSTED

‘Outstanding’

across all areas, 2017

AMI trained

guides

at every level: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12 & 12-18

secondary

education

authentic Montessori education in the UK at the secondary level

Upcoming Events

  1. Fri · Aug
    01
    8:00AM-5:00PM

    Residential Retreat for 3-6 Guides

    Retreat PDF Flyer Retreat hub

  2. Wed · Sep
    17
    4:30PM-6:30PM

    Montessori Unwrapped 2025/26

    This autumn, Karen Pearce will continue to offer – for the fifth year – a professional development programme for AMI 3-6 diploma holders: Montessori Unwrapped…. more

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Latest Student Post

Joy, feeling one's own value, being appreciated and loved by others, feeling useful and capable of production are all factors of enormous value for the human soul.

MARIA MONTESSORI