Parent-Child Class
Facilitator Training - IN TORONTO

April 6th - May 9th, 2027

Online portions will be from 6 - 9pm EST

In Person Retreat will be held at Humberside Montessori School in Toronto, ON, on May 8 - 9th

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 Humberside Montessori School in Toronto, ON

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

• Schedule: April/May 2027

  • Online Sessions: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9pm EST (April 6th - May 6th)

  • In-Person Retreat: May 8th and 9th, 9am-5pm EST (Humberside Montessori School, Toronto, ON)

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: $1000 CAD

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!