Parent-Child Class
Facilitator Training - IN DENVER

October 13 - November 15, 2026

Online portions will be from 6 - 9pm MDT

In Person Retreat will be held at The Montessori Institute in Denver, Colorado on November 14 and 15.

A comprehensive 40-hour certificate course designed for Montessori educators, assistants and administrators interested in facilitating Montessori parent-child classes for children aged 2 months to 20 months. Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to create meaningful, enriching playgroup environments that foster connection, independence, and joy for young children and their families.

What You'll Learn:

• Foundations of Montessori philosophy and how it applies to parent-child playgroups.

• Techniques for observing and supporting developmental milestones in young children.

• Strategies for fostering connection and collaboration between parents and children.

• Practical skills for planning and implementing engaging age-appropriate activities.

• Insights into managing group dynamics and creating a welcoming, supportive space.

Course Structure:

• Total Duration: 40 hours over one month

  • 24 hours of online synchronous learning via Zoom

  • 16 hours of in-person retreat at Dundas Valley Montessori School

  • 9 additional hours of observation (scheduled independently by participants)

• Schedule: Oct/Nov 2026

  • Online Sessions: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9pm MDT (Oct 13 - Nov 10)

  • In-Person Retreat: November 14/15, 9am-5pm MDT (The Montessori Institute, Denver, Colorado)

Program Highlights:

• Expert facilitators: Kate Millie (PhD Candidate, M.Ed., AMI 0-6) and Kristy Adams (B.A., AMI 0-6).

• Interactive, engaging format combining live discussions, self-paced learning, and hands-on practice.

• Required readings from leading Montessori experts, including Understanding the Human Being by Silvana Montanaro and The Montessori Toddler by Simone Davies.

• Certification requirements include reflection papers, participation, and observation reports.

Certification:

Participants who complete all requirements — including 90% attendance for synchronous sessions, 9 hours of observation, and submission of reflection papers and observation reports — will receive a certificate of completion. 

Registration Fee: $900 USD

For more information, email us at info@gathermontessori.com.

Empowering you to lead transformative playgroups and bring the Montessori philosophy to life in your community!